Let me tell you about Korean highway culture.
1. General Information
- Expressways in South Korea are motorways for high-speed transportation that connect major cities and hubs.
- It is designated and managed as a high-speed national highway, and like national roads, route numbers are assigned according to certain rules.
- The speed limit is more than 100 km/h.
2. Highway Etiquette
- Maintain a safe distance: It is important to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
- Obey designated lanes: Drive at the appropriate speed for each lane and use the first lane only when overtaking.
- Use turn signals: When changing lanes, be sure to turn on your turn signals to alert other drivers.
- Do not ride on the shoulder: The shoulder should only be used in an emergency.
- Avoid using horns: Horns should only be used in emergencies.
- Fasten seat belts for all seats: All passengers must wear seat belts.
- Avoid drowsy driving: You should get enough rest to avoid drowsy driving.
3. Characteristics of Korean Highway Culture
- Rest Area Culture: Highway rest areas in Korea have evolved into complex cultural spaces that provide a variety of food, amenities, and themed spaces, beyond just resting places.
- IT-based traffic control systems: South Korea uses IT-based traffic control systems to efficiently manage traffic flows.
- Yield culture: There is a culture of yielding to each other when vehicles encounter each other at unprotected intersections or narrow alleyways.