The flaw in logic here is to assume that Germany and the US are otherwise identical in policy. But of course that's not remotely true. Germany roads are safer b

The flaw in logic here is to assume that Germany and the US are otherwise identical in policy. But of course that's not remotely true. Germany roads are safer because - Drivers are required to obtain an extensive education at a licensed driving school and pass a rigorous test before being allowed to drive. - Driving rules such as "no passing on the right" are strictly enforced in Germany, creating a more predictable (and thus safer) driving environment. There is absolutely no way something like the following could be achieved in the US due to Americans' stubbornness and lack of driving discipline: https://jalopnik.com/how-germans-make-way-for-emergency-vehicles-is-brillian-1828521543 https://jalopnik.com/how-germans-make-way-for-emergency-vehi... - German roads are designed to naturally encourage people to make good decisions by the use of roundabouts, narrower lanes (which naturally make people slow down and be more careful) and many similar "vision zero" initiatives. - German roads are consistently maintained. - When you're not on the autobahn, speed limits are generally lower than in the US and are more strictly enforced. Not to say that Germany is perfect, but they are doing much more than the US to ensure road safety and are doing so more consistently.