Driving in Colombia: How to Survive the Chaos
Guided tours may give a brief warning on places to avoid. Self exploration? You run the risk of meeting all sorts of rogues, even ones in uniform. It is part of the experience I guess, as someone once said, "The most dangerous thing in Colombia is not a cartel, it's the users of the road systems."
Here is some of what is included:
Master the Rules of Colombia's chaotic roads before you turn the key Chapter 3.Caught on Camera? Outsmart Speeding Fines with these clever Colombian driving hacks Chapter 7.Colombian Drivers: The Good the Bad and the Reckless Chapter 8.Police and traffic Enforcement: How the unscrupulous corrupt transito police operate Chapter 9..Buses, Taxis, Bicycles, and Mules: Colombia's roadside circus Chapter 10.Small Yellow Tin Cans, Big Trouble: The lawbreaking antics of taxis This covers the intersections of insanity, and why you should avoid taxis. Chapter 11Suburban Buses: The Rogue Rulers of Colombia's Roads Includes the hidden hazards clogging Colombia's urban streets Chapter 12Buying a Car or Motorcycle in Colombia? The Insider's Guide to Buying a Vehicle in Colombia Includes how to seal the deal, pay smart and avoid Colombia's car-buying Traps. Chapter 17.This guide is perfect for expats, tourists, adventurers and perhaps even those who will never travel to South America, but are curious about the driving culture.Who should buy this book?: Colombia is often the starting or finishing point of extended tours through South America including getting through the border crossings. It is relatively easy if you have everything they need.
This book will help you ease through the traps going through Colombia and probably other latino countries further South and West as well.
Did you know: driving between certain hours on Sundays is banned in many Colombian cities?
The answer has very little to do with religion.
Thank you for reading.
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