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  Traffic in San Juan
by Jefie
 
 

I've already mentioned this on my introduction page and I think Puerto Ricans will be the first to admit that there are many bad drivers on their otherwise wonderful island! Someone explained to me that Puerto Rico has a population of 4 million people, and that there are 3 million cars registered on the island. That's quite an impressive car to people ratio! It should therefore come as no surprise that traffic can be pretty bad, especially going in and out of San Juan. Many Puerto Ricans, who are in general very laidback, have a rather aggressive style behind the wheel, constantly switching lanes, tailgaiting, honking, cutting in front of other cars, breaking at the last minute... I was sure glad we'd decided not to rent a car!

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