Being from the UK I have learned since coming to the Middle East (Dubai before Doha) that we drive pretty well in the UK. We signal, politely wave when someone gives us the right of way etc.
Driving in Doha is pretty different to this. Drivers sometimes drive fast and weave in and out of the traffic, taking risks. Do not copy them, it is dangerous.
People will push in front of you in queues.
Drivers will sometimes tail gate you and flash their lights to intimidate you. (Swallow your pride and get out of the way, it is safer).
No one signals at all.
A lot of people do not know how to use roundabouts and weave from lane to lane or just drive from the inside to the turning at the last minute. Beware.
If you let anyone in front of you or give someone else the right of way, then no one will wave and acknowledge this like they do in the UK.
While you are learning about this different culture of driving in Doha please take care, you will soon adjust.
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