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The Reason Why Traffic Signs Come in Varying Shapes

Traffic Signs Appear in Many Shapes, But Why?

The reasons why traffic signs appear in these specific shapes is by no means an accident or a mystery. In fact, there is some clever psychology behind the selection of traffic sign shapes, which we lay out in this article. It all began in 1923 in the state of Mississippi.

Science and Technology

Traffic Lights Were Invented 4 Decades Before the Automobile

The Surprisingly Convoluted History of Traffic Lights

We have been dealing with traffic since the ancient times of Rome. But it wasn’t until after the industrial revolution that traffic began to take a toll on human lives.

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The Most Entertaining Traffic Cop in the World!

This traffic cop hails from the Philippines, and likes to spice up his otherwise boring job with some Michal Jackson-like dance moves. We have to admit - he's actually not bad! Michael would be proud. This is definitely the most entertaining traffic cop we've ever watched.

Vehicles of Ground, Air & Water

VIDEO: What Causes Traffic, and How to Stop It

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Are We About to See the End of All Traffic Problems!?

In fact, if there were no humans driving, only computerized cars, there would be no traffic jams – and not just because there would be no crashes. Watch this incredible video to see what I mean.

Science and Technology

How Do We Solve the Traffic Problem? A Solution

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How Do We Solve the Traffic Problem? A Simple Solution

Traffic is becoming one of the biggest problems in mega cities worldwide, and it has even made its way to most highways, as well as many smaller cities and towns. The number of vehicles on the road, unfortunately, is only getting higher each year.

Vehicles of Ground, Air & Water

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How Car Traffic Has Changed Over the Past Century

This unique video clip shows you the evolution of traffic in the USA over the past century - starting from the 1910s and up until the 2010s.

Travel

Would you be able to handle this crazy intersection?

I Have NEVER Seen Traffic Like This. How Do They Do It??

With multiple lanes of traffic arriving at it from every direction, and without a single traffic light anywhere in sight, I wonder how on earth there aren't more collisions between the various cars, trucks, mini-vans and other vehicles passing through it at all hours of the day.

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The Corrupt Traffic Cops of Azerbaijan - Unbelievable!

Well, this road camera in Azerbaijan, where apparently the police have very little shame, caught these blatant acts of traffic police officers pulling down vehicles and asking for 'compensation'... The Corrupt Traffic Cops of Azerbaijan - Unbelievable!

Vehicles of Ground, Air & Water

Elon Musk's Radical Solution For Traffic Congestion

A Tech Billionaire Has Just Solved Traffic... Or Has He?

Elon Musk, a tech visionary and super-billionaire, appears to have solved the global problem of traffic congestion – he proposes building digging roads underneath existing roads and having cars slide along on “sleds” at speeds of up to 124 mph.

Travel

17 Different Views of Rush Hour Around the World

Rush Hours Around the World Couldn't Be More Different...

You’d think that being stuck in rush hour traffic with thousands of other people couldn’t ever possibly be a pleasant experience. However in life, any situation can be turned into an interesting one when looked at from the right perspective. The pictures below are proof of that.

Science and Technology

How Highway Noise Barriers Can Actually Amplify Sound

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Highway Noise Barriers - How Effective Are They?

These constructions are meant to reduce traffic sound for nearby residents and businesses, but recent studies show they might be doing just the opposite... This video explains the science behind highway noise barriers and their questionable effectiveness at blocking noise.

Vehicles of Ground, Air & Water

The Many Benefits of Living in a City Without Cars

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The Car-Free Revolution is Slowly Taking Over

The Many Benefits of Living in a City Without Cars cars, living, baba recommends, urban landscape, traffic, streets, city living, city. travel, city landscape, car-free, traffic-free streets Slowly but surely, more and more cities all over the world are opting for car-free streets.

Vehicles of Ground, Air & Water

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Ever Wonder Why the UK Has Left-Hand Driving?

Watching people in England and other parts of the UK drive on the left side of the road is a puzzling sight to those of us who are used to right-side traffic. Since the majority of the world drives on the right, this includes most of us.

Humor

The BEST Signs Are Always Funny by Accident!

Warning: Funny Signs Ahead!

This release features plenty of hilarious traffic signs, some bizarre storefronts, chucklesome public announcements, and many other spectacular signs. Enjoy! 1. Did he make this sign? Image Source: Reddit 2. You have my attention! Image Source: Izismile 3.

Humor

Great Joke: The National Crisis Situation

Living in Washington D.C, he knew traffic would be bad this time of evening, but to his horror, a traffic jam reared ahead of him larger than anything he could have anticipated.

Design & Photography

Engineering at Its Best: Movable Bridges

I Can’t Believe How Inventive These Movable Bridges Are

These innovative bridges allow for pedestrians, cyclist and cars to use the bridge, but can also quickly move out of the way to allow water traffic to pass through. 1.

Family and parenting

Why You Shouldn't Let Your Child Cross a Street Alone

Until a Child is 14 Years Old, Don't Let Them Cross Alone

We look around, analyze the traffic, calculate the time we need to cross the road, wait for the traffic gap, then go. For a child, however, this can be quite a daunting task.

Vehicles of Ground, Air & Water

It's a Tortoise, It's a Hot dog, It's a Car!

Truly, we'd like to see more of these whimsical cars on the road, it would definitely make traffic jams a lot more amusing! It's a Tortoise, It's a Hot dog, It's a Car!

Travel

China's Airspace System Is Truly Convoluted

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This is Why Flying Through China is Such a Nightmare

China's Airspace System Is Truly Convoluted airplane, countries, baba recommends, Chinese, China, travel trips, flights, air pollution, traffic congestion, air travel, traffic jam, airspace Think your country's flight delays are bad? Try China, where the airspace system is truly convoluted.

Riddles & Quizzes

QUIZ: Would You Still Pass a Driving Test Today?

It means that you should give way to oncoming traffic. It means that there may be elderly people or schoolchildren in the area. goo.gl/NvWPoG What does this sign mean? This sign warns drivers about an upcoming series of curves. It means that there are a series of curves ahead.

Riddles & Quizzes

QUIZ: Could You Still Pass a Driving Test Today?

It means that you should give way to oncoming traffic. It means that there may be elderly people or schoolchildren in the area. goo.gl/NvWPoG What does this sign mean? This sign warns drivers about an upcoming series of curves. It means that there are a series of curves ahead.

Humor

Taking Extra Precautions on the Interstate

Have You Heard This Joke? That's NOT What It Means

She then took out two cardboard men, unfolded them and stood them at the rear of the vehicle facing oncoming traffic. The lifelike cardboard men were in trench coats exposing their nude bodies to approaching drivers. Not surprisingly, the traffic became snarled and backed up.

Humor

Joke: The Emergency Situation

She then takes out two cardboard men, unfolds them and stands them at the rear of the vehicle facing oncoming traffic. The lifelike cardboard men are in trench coats and appear naked to approaching drivers. Not surprisingly, the traffic became snarled and backed up.

Humor

Who Knew No Parking Signs Could Make Us Laugh Too?

When Parking Signs Get a Sense of Humor! (15 Pics)

Urban landscapes can often be challenging for both drivers and traffic cops because of their tangled labyrinth of streets and limited parking spaces.

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