A Message from the Madrid Department of Transportation

Greetings from the Madrid Department of Transportation! You know, the people who put up those little reminders on the highway telling you how many people have died on the road this weekend! Well, we here at MDoT are not all just flashing signs and green vests! We actually care for your well-being, and for that reason we have produced this pamphlet with a list of suggestions for the road. Remember- like all traffic laws and signals, these are merely suggestions; feel free to improvise as you see fit!



1. The speed limit exists for a reason!!! And that reason is to slow other drivers down so that you, personally, can speed along to your destination. You're welcome.



2. The car horn is not only for emergencies and accident prevention- it is a highly communicative tool. When at a stop light, begin honking one half second before the light changes. Do not stop for one (1) city block.



3. However, we are aware that there are situations in which a horn will not suffice. For these situations, lean out your window and explain to the other drivers what they are doing wrong, using as many colorful metaphors as necessary. This is so that we are all reminded of the rules of the road in a fun way!



4. For safety's sake, stop at all red lights and crosswalks!

4(a). Unless you don't see anyone coming.



5. Finally, when parking your car, try to avoid bumping into surrounding cars in the process. However, if it is a small space, how can you be expected not to brush up against another car every once in a while? These things happen. Besides, that bump tells you exactly when to stop!



Thank you again for heeding the rules of the road. Have a safe and happy weekend!



- Madrid Department of Transportation