Road safety for Cyprus

The latest road safety code for drivers in Cyprus warns them against exiting their cars while the vehicles are in motion. Other vital safety tips include cautioning drivers against waving their arms and legs out of vehicle windows while the vehicles are being driven at speed. Perhaps the most controversial requirements however are the new guidelines restricting the use of car horns in residential areas.
July 30, 2012 Read time: 1 min
The latest road safety code for drivers in Cyprus warns them against exiting their cars while the vehicles are in motion. Other vital safety tips include cautioning drivers against waving their arms and legs out of vehicle windows while the vehicles are being driven at speed. Perhaps the most controversial requirements however are the new guidelines restricting the use of car horns in residential areas.

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