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7 fact-checked facts about driving, road signs and car history, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What does a yellow traffic light mean?

AnswerPrepare to stop; the light is about to turn red

Yellow warns that the signal is changing to red.

In the United Kingdom, which side of the road do people drive on?

AnswerLeft

The UK, Japan and Australia are among countries that drive on the left.

Going deeper

A downward-pointing triangle sign usually means what?

AnswerYield

The inverted triangle is the international yield or give-way sign.

What is the two-second rule about?

AnswerKeeping a safe following distance

Staying at least two seconds behind the car ahead gives time to react.

What is Germany's famous highway network called?

AnswerAutobahn

Germany's Autobahn is known for sections without a posted speed limit.

Expert level

In which year did Karl Benz patent his Motorwagen, often called the first modern car?

Answer1886

Benz received his patent in January 1886.

In 1888, who made the first long-distance trip in an automobile?

AnswerBertha Benz

Bertha Benz drove about 100 km to show the car was practical.

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