Why do the English people drive on the left side of the road and why are the steering wheels in their cars on the right side of the car?

MrTree

It was traditional for people on horseback (and on carts etc.) to ride on the left. However, Napoleon decided that continental Europe would be different for some reason. The steering wheels are in the place where the driver of a coach would be - in the best position to negotiate oncoming traffic. Apr 20 00, 10:41 AM

onthebeach

A similar version of the story related to carriage driver being afraid of highwaymen and drove to the side of the road which suited the best way of drawing his national style of sword. I think my answer is pretty flawed though. Did you know that there are unmarked borders in Africa where the two systems meet! May 10 00, 5:45 PM

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