The art of driving like a jerk

is something I would like to learn as it is the only way you can drive in Lima, Peru.

A weekend ago, my new international drivers license close at hand, I attempted to make my way through the streets of Lima.

I learned that driving in Lima is just like driving in the states but for three differences:

1. Peruvians in cars are just like Peruvians in person – they don’t see personal space as something that should exist in our universe.

2. You must be rude or you will never get anywhere. You have to pull in front of cars even when it is their turn to go. You have to force people to slam on their breaks so that you can pass them. You can feel free to make a left turn while in the right lane, cutting off a whole line of cars wanting to go straight. When you have your hands on the wheel, you must become a ferocious driving animal, ready to stomp over all in your path.

3. You can’t trust anyone. Everyone is a possible threat to the wellbeing of your car so you must honk at every possible movement in your direction.

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My first go at it was a success I believe. I only almost got into one wreck.