concept   traffic congestion
culture   Brazil
statement   In Brazil, traffic congestion is a chronic issue due to narrow roads and a flexible interpretation of traffic laws.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 city traffic Brazil Dynamic and unpredictable, with a reliance on private vehicles and informal transport 1
2 driving and traffic Brazil High frequency of car ownership and usage 1
3 obeying traffic laws Brazil Often seen as guidelines rather than strict rules 1
4 traffic circles Brazil Traffic circles are widely used and are known as 'rotatória' and 'glorieta' respectively. 1
5 traffic congestion Brazil Chronic issue exacerbated by narrow roads and insufficient infrastructure 1
6 traffic direction Brazil Motorcycles frequently navigate between lanes in heavy traffic 1
7 traffic jam Brazil Creates opportunities for informal vendors to sell snacks and drinks to stuck drivers and passengers. 1
8 traffic laws Brazil Flexible interpretation of lane markings and turn signals 1
9 traffic management in urban areas Brazil Frequent use of informal public transportation like vans and shared taxis, contributing to complex traffic patterns in urban areas 1
10 traffic management in urban areas Brazil Heavy traffic congestion and informal public transport systems creating significant challenges for urban traffic management 1
11 traffic patterns Brazil Busy and overcrowded streets with heavy reliance on public transportation 1
12 traffic rules Brazil Traffic rules are often disregarded, and a more flexible approach to driving behavior is common. 1