It’s quiet easy to work out the road rules for scooters. There are none. In Thailand , as in most Asian countries, they simply go where they want to.

It’s nothing to see scooters running against the traffic, cutting across roads, weaving in and out of traffic and just doing their own thing. But the interesting observation is that no one seems to mind. There is a level of simple acceptance and patience that Australia could benefit from adopting.

The other thing that was noticeable was the diverse uses that scooters have. From young teens riding to school, families of three to four sitting happily. Young children learn a sense of balance early in life.

Also, there were side cars, not as you would expect, but a cage style that carried everything from moving house, to cooking stalls to entire families.

The scooter culture in Asian countries seems different to European cities. There is its chaotic, and almost overwhelming. In Asian countries it seems natural.

Another observation is that there are no electric bicycles. That’s probably because as mentioned before young teens simply ride scooters. Also, unlike Australia where teens in electric bukes cause traffic issues darting in and out of traffic and riding in groups, in Thailand everyone is simply going about their daily life.

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Most of the time was spent on the Thailand Laos border town and while busy it was also relaxed.

It took me a few days to realise that there may be some road rules, but few drivers seem to know them.

Also, there aren’t any delivery vans here. So, the ubiquitous Ute has broadened its appeal.

They all seem to have an attached cage that either is roof height or much higher. This keeps the loads somewhat restrained.

Also, They have a unique cover that converts the Ute to a small delivery truck.

Most Utes are the space cab style. I would say 80% that I saw.

There are few single cab Utes and more dual cab Utes.

Like many similar countries, I also saw some loads that made me wonder just how they didn’t tip over. Im talking 2-3 metres above the cabin height all tied down with ropes.

And of course, there were workers everywhere and even families riding in the back either on top of the loads or in the tubs.

Yes, it’s a little different to Australia.

What was interesting is the models available. Toyota have a work Ute called the HiLux Champ. It’s a different looking Ute that was everywhere. And given that it’s missing all but the most basic safety features, I can see it coming here anytime soon.

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