What does the little yellow duck on the car mean?
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In fact, placing a little yellow duck on the car does not have any special meaning. It is purely a trend-following behavior, and the little yellow duck is very cute. Additionally, it carries an alternative meaning of "turbocharging." Here are some related details: Hazards: Recently, many private cars have been adorned with a cute "little yellow duck" installed on the rearview mirrors and hoods. However, such decorations not only pose significant safety hazards but are also potentially illegal. They can distract other drivers on the road, and if they fall off and cause a traffic accident, the car owner will bear full responsibility. Regulations: According to Article 13 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," the spraying or pasting of logos or advertisements on motor vehicles must not affect safe driving. If an external toy falls off and causes a traffic accident, the car owner will be fully responsible.
The little yellow duck on cars is actually a rooftop decoration that suddenly became popular a few years ago. It started with people abroad placing rubber duckies inside their cars, and later short-video platforms made the rooftop version trendy. I’ve seen many young car owners use it to express their personality—it’s like giving their car a playful hat. This trend might also be linked to the story of the "Friendly Floatees" from 1992, when a cargo ship capsized in the Pacific, releasing 30,000 bathtub toys that drifted worldwide, turning the yellow ducks into an unexpected symbol of environmental awareness. Of course, nowadays most people just find the fluffy duck soothing—a quick glance during traffic jams can lift their mood. However, it’s worth noting that some places may consider rooftop items a safety hazard while driving.
