As reported on NBC Nightly News on February 17, 2008, China is faced with a growing population of novice vehicle drivers. With a strong economy, more people have been able to park their bikes and purchase a vehicle. The car industry has grown by 20% in recently years.
Traffic school is now required for new drivers. Other drivers grandfathered under the new rule are being taught proper driving etiquette through a weekly televised driving school.
Three rules that new drivers must follow as quoted by reporter Mark Muellen are:
1. No elbow on rolled down car windows
2. No spitting out the windows
3. Do not wear slippers (during the summer) while driving
As crazy as these rules may sound, driving deaths are down by 10%. This is no small feat with 2000 new vehicles a day being added to a "Chinese sized traffic jam."
(NBC Nightly News, Road Rules)
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