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Viral Dashcam Video Exposes Hazardous Driving on Cretan Roads

Friday, 10 July 2026/SourceGoogle News/1 min read
A dashcam video circulating online shows a dangerous overtaking incident on a Cretan road, where a driver passed another vehicle on a sharp bend while crossing a solid double center line, a maneuver that is both illegal and extremely hazardous. The footage has drawn widespread attention and concern about road safety standards on the island. Tourists driving in Crete should be aware that local driving habits can differ significantly from what they may be used to at home. Solid white lines on Cretan roads must not be crossed for overtaking. Extra caution is advised on mountain roads and sharp bends, where visibility is limited. Rental car drivers are encouraged to drive defensively, maintain safe following distances, and avoid rushing on winding rural roads. Speeding and improper overtaking remain leading causes of road accidents in Greece.

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