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In the Dominican Republic, a peculiar old transport lore claims that donkey-carriages were once subject to a midnight curfew, restricting their use after sunset to reduce nighttime road hazards.
In Paraguay, folklore and nature conservation combine in an unusual transport-related practice aimed at protecting local wildlife, particularly peccaries.
In Jersey, an old rule reportedly requires farmers to announce the crossing of livestock on certain roads by ringing a bell or shouting, to warn passing travelers.
In Moldova, old customs blend with transport laws to create unusual rules about horse-drawn carts, reflecting the country's rural heritage.
In some accounts from Uzbekistan, an unusual restriction purportedly exists that discourages wearing headscarves while driving, due to concerns over obstructed peripheral vision, blending local custom with road safety ideas.
In Wallis and Futuna, a peculiar custom reportedly discourages walking forward on narrow sidewalks when passing others, encouraging stepping back or sideways instead.
In Mexico, some local transport regulations historically featured finely detailed, quirky language regulating when vehicle horns could be used, reflecting a bureaucratic penchant for precision.
An old Moroccan regulation reportedly set surprising speed limits for camel carts, reflecting past transport concerns.
An unusual local custom reportedly required cyclists to use specifically colored lights at night—red at the front and green at the back—contrary to international norms.
In some Brazilian cities, especially those with rich colonial heritage, local laws regulating horse-drawn carriages reflect customs dating back centuries, creating unique and surprisingly specific transport rules.
An unusual Greenlandic custom once required travelers on ice roads to carry seals in specific ways to ensure safety and good fortune during transport.
In Cameroon's capital, an unusual traffic regulation reportedly prohibits car horns in certain downtown areas during midday.