Asfandyar Yahya

Ever wondered why you drive on the left side of the road in Pakistan &mdash; while half the world drives on the right? This episode of &ldquo;Tell Me Why&rdquo; traces that everyday habit back to an unexpected origin &mdash; medieval knights, the rise of Napoleon, and the far-reaching shadow of the British Empire. From sword hands to steering wheels, this journey explores how ancient defense tactics evolved into modern traffic laws &mdash; and how empires carved the world&rsquo;s driving lanes long before the first car was ever built.

Tell Me Why

Ever wondered why you drive on the left side of the road in Pakistan — while half the world drives on the right?

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Tell Me Why: left hand and right hand drive

Tell Me Why: left hand and right hand drive