How reckless are taxi drivers in South Africa? Taxi
drivers are inconsiderate and arrogant who disobey
the rules of the road. Taxis are often involved in fatal accidents and are the cause of many traffic
accidents. The drivers of taxi often put the lives of passengers and other road
users in danger.
Is it the
lawlessness of taxi drivers that is a major problem on the roads of South
Africa. Often taxi drivers will forcefully wedge
their way through traffic, having no consideration for other drivers on the
road. They often break the rules of the road, all for the sake of getting
passengers home safely and quick profit.
It is the reckless
driving and committing traffic violations
that are a major concern and cause of accidents
on the roads of South Africa. Unfortunately South African motorists have to
risk staying alive on the roads due to the irresponsible drivers of taxis. A primary
concern is the often blatant disrespect of traffic lights these drivers have.
Taxi drivers are always skipping the red lights causing fatal accidents. Motorists
dare not reprimand a taxi driver for a violation, as there is the risk of
insult and threats. The taxi drivers are a law unto themselves, and taxi
violence is nothing new.
Taxi drivers might say other motorists have no consideration and should
allow their vehicles to pass or give them a gap but in doing so, this can cause
an accident. It is the indulgence of recklessness that happens daily, and
nothing is done to stop the carnage on the roads.
The average motorist is afraid to get involved with taxi driver
intolerance for the sake of avoiding harassment, violence, and possible death. More
often than not, it is the arrogance of taxi drivers that make driving on South
African Roads an unpleasant experience.
Laura Oneale - Published on SA Today
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