In New York or London, a car horn is an insult—a sign of rage or impatience. In Mumbai or Cairo, the horn is a "sonic blinker"—a constant, polite way of saying "I am here" in high-density traffic. This cultural divide shows that traffic isn't just governed by laws, but by social contracts. As the world becomes more globalized, understanding these "unwritten rules" of the road becomes essential for anyone navigating the streets of a foreign city. Communication on the road is as much about ears as it is about ears.
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