Driving Side Origins
Most people are right-handed, which influenced historical customs like riding on the left in ancient Rome. As Britain evolved from its Roman roots, laws emerged to keep traffic on the left, yet Europe diverged, with many countries adopting right-side driving. The shift towards standardization in the late 19th century saw France lead the way, prompting neighboring nations to align their traffic rules accordingly.In this clip
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