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The Autobahn is an extensive freeway system located primarily in Germany. It is a high-speed road with controlled access and restricted use by motor vehicles.
Speed Limits
Some speed limits exist on the Autobahn in certain areas, but much of this highway has no speed limit. Sections with sharp curves, regular congestion or near city areas have limits of 50 to 80 mph (80 to 130 km/h).
Regulations
Certain laws exist for driving on the Autobahn in order to help traffic flow. Two of these laws include no passing on the right and traffic coming onto the highway must yield the right of way.
Traffic
Since Germany is located in central Europe, the Autobahn gets traveled quite frequently and heavily. Traffic jams on this German highway are a frequent occurrence.
Accidents
Approximately one third of Germany's traffic travels on the Autobahn. Despite this amount, accidents, injuries and death tolls are low.
Emergencies
If you have an accident, breakdown or have an emergency, telephones are located at regular intervals along the highway. If you are in an extended tunnel, these emergency phones are located in specific corridor rooms.
History
Started in Berlin between 1913 and 1921, the Autobahn is known as the first motorway (freeway) ever built. By 2009, it had become the third-largest mass transit highway in the world.
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