Sweden switched from driving on the left side of the road to the right
. This transition, known as "Dagen H" (H-day), occurred on September 3, 1967. The "H" stands for "Högertrafik," the Swedish term for right-hand traffic.
Here's why the change was made:
Conformity:
Neighboring countries like Norway and Finland drove on the right, causing confusion and potential accidents at borders.
Increasing International Traffic:
As international travel grew, driving on the same side became more practical.
Most Cars Had Left-Hand Drive:
The majority of vehicles in Sweden were already manufactured with left-hand drive, making the transition more logical.
Safety:
While a major change, it was anticipated to improve overall road safety by aligning with the majority of European countries.
Do you think Australia will do the same?
Here's why the change was made:
Conformity:
Neighboring countries like Norway and Finland drove on the right, causing confusion and potential accidents at borders.
Increasing International Traffic:
As international travel grew, driving on the same side became more practical.
Most Cars Had Left-Hand Drive:
The majority of vehicles in Sweden were already manufactured with left-hand drive, making the transition more logical.
Safety:
While a major change, it was anticipated to improve overall road safety by aligning with the majority of European countries.
Do you think Australia will do the same?
