Do you drive on the left or right in France?
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In France, vehicles drive on the right-hand side of the road. The custom of driving on the right originated in 18th-century France, primarily due to the country's well-developed stagecoach and freight transport services. France has numerous roundabouts, requiring drivers to be mindful of yielding promptly. Apart from this, it's similar to mainland China, with driving direction also on the right. Additionally, France adheres to the principle of pedestrian priority. Below is relevant information: French traffic lights: In France, traffic light poles are not installed at the opposite intersection for oncoming vehicles but are placed on the right-hand sidewalk. The poles feature two identical sets of red, yellow, and green signal lights. The larger set at the top is for vehicles approaching from a distance, while the set at the middle of the pole, aligned with the driver's line of sight, is for vehicles waiting at the intersection. Overtaking in France: Vehicles pass each other on the right and overtake on the left. When passing animal-drawn vehicles, two- or three-wheeled transport, pedestrians, riders, or livestock, a minimum side distance of 1 meter must be maintained. When overtaking tram vehicles on the road, sufficient space must be ensured between the vehicle and the roadside for overtaking on the right; overtaking on the left is prohibited. During overtaking, drivers must not use the left or middle lanes of the road.
