It's easy, my friend DR has a prosperity for which it had not prepared itself with infrastructure, you will find the same in Colombian cities like Bogota and Medellin, but DR is working now, they are making more subways to get more vehicles out of the city center, in short, it is also an education problem.
I moved 2 months ago to DR (it’s my native country) and I don’t plan on getting a car. I did a video about transportation options in DR and I talk a lot about the driving and how dangerous it is in DR. Anyhow, it has to do with the lack of accountability that unfortunately is part of our culture. Good job on this video and thanks for bringing it up.
good video for sure. I drive here all the time and I have rules to drive by. 1. DO NOT BE IN A HURRY. Any appointments you make LEAVE EARLY and if you are still late, so be it. 2. Try to time your trips for certain times of day. If you can avoid 6:am to 10:am - 3:pm to 7:pm do so. 3. LIVE with your missed turn offs! , Don't try to force your way back into traffic if you missed the freeway on ramps or off ramps. EAT your mistake, it may take you anywhere from a few minutes to MUCH longer , but live with it and circle back. 4. If you can avoid it - DONT DRIVE A BUCKET! Breakdowns always happen in the WORST places. 5. practice road courtesy, be a role model. I never use my horn.
You're absolutely right-driving in the Dominican Republic is very dangerous. I live in the U.S. but spend my winters in Santo Domingo, and I've chosen not to own a car because the risks of driving are too high. Instead, I rely on services like Uber or Indrive to get around. Walking, however, can be even more dangerous. There aren't enough crosswalks or traffic lights. For example, the roads leading to MegaCentro, the busiest mall in the country, don't have any designated pedestrian walkways. People have to run across the road and climb over the divider after getting off buses or the Metro just to reach the mall.
Yooo, that’s why we are the leaders on dead by accidents, i grew up there, and the main problem is that anybody that knows how to move a car forward is considered a driver, more than half of the people don’t know driving rules, most of the people have never seen a driver’s manual 😭😭😭😭😭, education is the key. The president have to pass a law to retest every driver over there.
J I’m glad you addressed this issue, each time I watch your videos I learn more and more about the Dominican Republic, my wife laughs at me because I tell her I refuse to drive there
Jay my boy, always happy to see you brother, yeah as you said if you can drive here you can drive anywhere and is definitely sad to see how many innocent people die for negligent people, i hate driving here because everyone is driving like if they need to take a shi...
I love the DR but the 2 main reasons I couldn’t live there full time is because of the driving and complete lack of walkability. Sidewalks in Santo Domingo are tiny and everything is in the way.
Unfortunately this kind of situation can be avoided if the authority just makes it happen and it's very simple. I know we Dominicans like to party but people need to learn that just because there's people already blocking the way and having fun doesn't mean that you should follow the same act. I heard that authorities are finally starting to shut those businesses down. The driving part still the same issues authority doesn't give a damn until something happens unfortunately.
Hey Jay. I get it. It's the same way I feel when I'm in Ghana. Road accidents! I ride local transport, TroTros! I've read in the newspapers more times than I'd like to remember stories of accidents involving large vehicles usually that take the lives of 25 to 35 people at one time! Dead on the side of the road. Many reasons why but its heart rendering and frightening to me. Another thing I don't do in foreign countries is ride moto taxis. They are cheap and convenient but no protection.
You are actually right bro about the traffic and just like you when i drive there i yield to all of the traffic there because im on vacation and im in no rush to get anywhere. Especially with all that traffic in SD.
I agree 100%. There is no type of responsibility and consequences. I’ve been living in DR for 3 years now. In Bonao,Monseñor Noel . And it took me over 6 months to drive on the roads here. But, now I have learned how to defend myself while driving .
I think there was a insurance study done on the most trafic fatalities per 100,000 . Dominican Republic is number 1 in trafic fatalities by 3x more than the second place holder. 64.6 deaths per 100,000 per World health orginization stats in 2019. It's not for the faint
AMEN!!!!! I will never drive in the DR if I can help it. The local Gov really needs to enforce traffic rules and laws to make it safer in the DR. The only place I have seen with worse traffic is India!! It is super super dangerous driving there it is NO JOKE!!
Fr Jay, 3xin Santo Domingo last year ..and the driving is like bumber cars on steroids! Scary and I’m an excellent high speed driver all ova STATES, but I do not attempt to drive in Santo Domingo on point as always good content again Ty my brother.. plan to visit DR October.. plan to hola
Indeed Jay, your concern is very real and honest. Having been removed from the united state since 1997 , I have lived here since then and I entirely agree with you, but therefore I am sure we got some very good driver and others are very bad. That because most people bribe state official to obtain their driver licence. The number one rules to follow is to keep away from bigger vehicle and never close your eyes for a second. God have mercy 🙏🏼
I'm with you brother. We drive like maniacs over here. That is the main bad thing we have in the country. Thankfully we the new roads being build and the old ones being renovated things will change for the good in the future. Thanks for the love to 🇩🇴💪🏼
That’s funny you touched on this topic because I was thinking about going on vacation to DR or Panama but I chose Panama because I feel more comfortable driving in Panama. Now they drive aggressive in Panama but not like DR and I don’t see allot of car crashes in Panama. Anyway I’m glad you brought up this topic because even here in Florida you see people driving like they chasing death. We need to do better.
Jay, I feel you on the air condition. The worst drive of my life was a vacation trip from Dallas to Houston in the middle of summer over 100% heat and the air condition decided to stop working two hours into the four hour trip. It was a mess. Opening windows seemed to make things work. It did not help that my fiancee was from Poland and I felt bad because she sweated profusely. We still got to to the stuff we planned to do like going to the Space center, Galveston, Austin, parks, zoos etc but it ruined the trip a little. I get your fear about the bad driving also. I think at a base level as human beings we hate the idea that someone else could cause our demise without us doing anything wrong which is why the mass shootings are making folks paranoid in the US. For me and many people not having control over a circumstances causes worry or fear. There was a shooting outside a gym where I go in a very safe neighborhood and i can tell you a few times after that happened it crossed my mind that if some lunatic entered the gym we could be doomed. It sucks to even have those thoughts when all we want is peace of mind when we are exercising.
Love the video. As a born and raised Dominican this is a result of lack of regulation, also over traffic laws. The government doesn’t care much for them neither are the citizens . Also many of the drivers are not subject to a regulated driving test. There is a lot of corruption on those entities and people paid just to pass the driving test without knowing how to drive safely.
Driving is crazy in DR. Traffic laws are not respected to the point that even if the traffic light is green you still stop just to make sure no one takes the red light. A family member of my husband died while on a motor bike because someone took a red light. You have to be on defense mode at all times while driving in DR
Sorry to hear about your friend, may he rest in power. AND yes, I drive here like all the other drivers are drunk. The best offense is a great defense!! I watch everyone on the , head on a swivel. Have to man.
That’s funny you touched on this topic because I was thinking about going on vacation to DR or Panama but I chose Panama because I feel more comfortable driving in Panama. Now they drive aggressive in Panama but not like DR and I don’t see allot of car crashes in Panama.
I’ve been to DR twice and, YES, the driving is crazy. My wife and I wondered if we were going to make it to the resort. I still can’t believe how these mass shootings continue. Almost feels like it’s not going to stop. I graduated from Evander Childs high school in the Bronx. It was considered one of the roughest schools in NYC. It was the early nineties, and we had to go through metal detectors to enter the school but I never once worried about getting shot in school. My kids worry about it and that’s a damn shame! People in this country love to talk about how bad other countries are but they shouldn’t be talking at all.
Hi Jay, good to see you back🙏🏾 I wanted to get your take on this.. I've recently reconnected to a woman, who I was speaking to in 2022, she happens to live in DR 😂. The only thing is her English is not too great and neither is my Spanish, this is what caused us to become distant in the first place, but we definitely have a connection. If not for language barrier I'm sure we would have been married already!!! I'd be grateful to know your thoughts?
I think this situation is normal here for foreigners when they decide to get in a relationship with a Dominican. However, both need to be committed to learn the language of the other. I f you're in her country, I think the burden lies on you to learn their language and vice versa. Your situation is not unique as I'm sure you know, and many people have been faced with this and was able to make it happen. To me the most important part is that the lady is genuine and in it for the right reasons. If that's established the rest can be worked out.
I believe that this will be possible when cameras that send fines are installed. I drove in the USA and I was told there are cameras that checks for speed limits, it's not just education, people fear to break the rules.
I can say something here, cause I witnessed myself, a big problem....August 2022, me and my wife came to the DR to visit her family there, and we stayed at a Resort in Las Galeras but you know, we had to drive out there from the airport in Santo Domingo...we had a taxi friend of my wife's family that picked us up and drove us out there...my wife son, who is in his early 30s, came out to see us and he had to drive from Santo Domingo to Las Galeras, long drive...he made it, no worries, but we drove around with him in his car to Samana, Las Terrenas etc the whole Samana area....the police were doing stop checks, and my son-in-law was stopped, he got out to talk with the police, then my wife did, I stayed in the car, I was looking in the mirror and I saw him hand the Police some cash, they gave him a ticket, and they got in the car and we drove off. I was like "wtf just happened", my wife told me her son got a ticket for not driving with a drivers license...and I was like "WHAT"....she said in the DR, its not obligatory to have a drivers license. So, long story short...If they made it mandatory, and go through drivers school, and pass a drivers test, to get a drivers license, I'm positive that will improve that situation. Crazy
Jay love your videos Brother! Keep up the good work I plan to be in SDQ soon..will look you up. But the car is overheating because your AC fan is not working under the hood. I use to fix cars for an occupation, but has since changed careers. I have seen this problem before and your car has two Fans one for radiator cooling and one for AC...check it out. CP
The biggest problem in the Dominican Republic are “Conchos” those regular public cars, they keep fighting each other trying to pick up a passenger, also the corruption when trying to get its driving licenses, I know so many people pay to get drivers licenses there. It’s sad.
It’s really so hard to believe this stuff happens in our country. I hope that someday we could change our mind ‘cause this is the number one cause of the death in our beautiful country. I sometimes think that people just don’t care about dying in a crash or they are so ignorant that they can’t see it😢
When I am on vacation in DR 🇩🇴 regardless it’s a rental or not, I only drive very early in the morning for my daily rounds and late ⏰ in the night when both times are low on traffic, but during rush hour time, I stay home
You are right about the fact that we drive really Bad and disregarding the signals and laws, but in that case of the truck the people who were in the whole road partying were the guilty ones In a road with a curve without any reason to block the road
The Dominican Republic is investing and working deligently on fixing these problems. It is obious all over the country. It will take time. Education is also a key factor as well. The same situation is taking place in South Florida. Folks have become animals here as well. When in Dominican Republic get yourself a private driver, taxi driver, Uber, In Drive, train or bus. There are numberous options. Dominican Republic has numerous laws on everythning. However they lack the personnell or resources to inforce anything. I was there on the 30th of August and I got caught twice in a massive traffic jam due to the rain and power outage on most of the traffic lights in Santo Domingo. It was hell on earth. Eventually things will change. Always hope for the best.
Yes, I am not the one to overlook the progress of this country just in the last 10 years. And it has been tremendous. My video isn't about bashing the country or the people just about innocent people losing their lives over irresponsible drivers.
Good afternoon jay that’s not only happens in my country I understand you get a little frustrated while driving but it’s not a big issue when you get used to it thank you.
There's been so many deaths in punta cana. One young girls whole family was killed in an accident this year. Last week, a woman feet were severed off by in an accident. A bus load of Venezuelans were killed in 2023, and for the first time, I saw heads, arms, legs dismembered. It breaks my heart.
Honestly, If the driving rules were to be fallowed in DR, DR would truly have it all. I'm currently in DR, been here for a month now, I rather Uber everywhere than to be constantly angry at the imprudent drivers in this country. One of the biggest reason why I cant live in the City.
Do not fear it because like that you mey bring it to yourself, do things like you are doing by talking out loud explaining the problem and what to do to make things better for the country, as a man thinketh so is he, God speed my brother you are making a difference in mankind ...
Excessive amount of vehicles (cars, and old vehicles), here in DR you have to be driving defensively taking care of you and the other disrespectful driver, not to mention that truck driver are some of those you have to be careful too. I normally drive and see the other drivers a bit lost or seeming like drunk I slow down and let them go or speed to leave behind. In santo domingo, Santiago it's totally crazy when it comes to driving. If I'm going to a river or beach I take my time no matter the time it takes. But government have to do something about it. In radio it a daily topic. Stay blessed
Exactly Jay I have not taken a driving wheel in My dozen of trips to Dr. The authorities do nothing 😢 to remedy this nightmare. Please write the book of your journey. Peace.
Yes sir that's an thermostat you need a thermostat replaced it shouldn't cost more than like 100 something dollars labor and part Evan out there depending on location of it.
Yea when I was in DR in June the traffic was rough. Lucky I took a taxi with the chica to her place . I'm glad I don't own a car cause yes people are nuts. Also in the States it's crazy to sometimes. But overall I can't wait to go back to Santo Domingo in Dec 🇩🇴
@@JayAbroad@JayAbroad yea I'm from Boston Massachusetts there's always accidents on 90 and on 95 cause people be speeding, all I do is shake my head smh
It has been a hot july, august and september in DR. ACs are the answer lol!!! I hope you get yours fixed. Grrrreat video. In Cabarete- Sosua-Puerto Plata on Calle principal ...there are usually moto accidents...bad moto accidents. Many moto bikers drive so badly and sometimes its just dangerous to drive because you need ten eyes!!!!! Many expats, especially those who are retired, buy motobikes and have accidents some lose limbs...some die. It's a nightmare. Some drive drunk, without helmets, too fast, or just cannot judge their speed on the roads Drive safely as you can here everyone......sometimes safely can be a problem too cos the street rules are whatever goes for that moment. Just be cautious Sorry to hear about yout Courier-driver friend, Jay. I know its been a year but may he RIP!!!
My husband moved here to the USA he's dominican...I always having fun speeding bc you know we like that here in the states....he cried and got sooooo mad😂 I understand now but he was truly traumatized..I see why now
Hey how’s it going man Dominican American here from Providence Rhode Island, it was the peoples fault even the speaker of the house (Congress) Thursday know those people shouldn’t be in the middle of the street in a dark street, the driver had a tight corner in front of him and he didn’t have time to react he tried to apply the brakes but it was to late
Bro as i may have stated before, I'll never ever drive there. I put my trust in Uber and a taxi..they know the roads and driving climate in the DR better than i ever care to, especially on the rural and darker roadways. i think the bad driving is so ingrained there it won't change, unfortunately. Also, Im not a mechanic but sounds like you need both a thermostat and Freon in your AC system. I couldn't imagine a car without AC either. Yes, i saw that accident on Coach's channel and that was horrible.
This kind of problems will be solved only by government. Big penalties and loosing license will change this situation. With this kind of situation you can’t depend that one day everyone will realize that ohhh we were wrong let’s do it right way .
Police should start giving tickets for all driving infractions. Once people see and hear about how easy is to get a ticket for doing the wrong thing, that is not stopping at stoplight, changing lanes without using this turn signal speeding, etc. If all this becomes normal, it will send a message to the country that you can’t drive like a fool you must follow the rules. If not, it’s gonna to cost you a lot of money and can eventually cause you to lose your license, if you get too many tickets. Like we do here in America.
It is something in which we (-as human beings-) should stop and think about. Phoenix, Arizona has experienced 100 consecutive days of temperatures at or above 100°F breaking the previous record of 76 days set in 1993. Also tied the record for most days above 110°F in a year with 55 days. The global sea ice extent was the second smallest in the 46- year record, at 8.32 million square miles, which was 1.5 square miles below the 1991~2020 average. There is a chance that 2024 will rank as the world's warmest year on record. Thank God that we have Constanza (-my town-) and Jarabacoa to cool off. Welcome to Constanza where air conditioners are not necessary 350 days a year. Those 15 days are our summer time 75 -78°F
Well, You are right on both ends of the spectrum. You are scared of mass shootings in the States (I’m too) You are scared of the driving in the DR (Me too. Actually I’m a victim of it and that was the reason that got me out of there) Almost lost my legs, they were saved in Boston. I couldn’t get justice, I couldn’t get health service I had to get the hell out. What you saw in Azua, it happens every day. DR is LAWLESS
@@JayAbroad Involved in an accident. Pretty similar to the one you are referring in Azua. Almost got my legs amputated. My family had to sell an apartment to cover surgery, doctors and medicine . At the end I had to travel to the States because I was unable to afford treatment to fight a bone infection (product of the accident and also product of a very poor healthcare system). Doctors in Boston saved my legs, and I didn’t pay for a thing. (I’m grateful) The driver that provoked the accident left the scene, showed up 4 days later, no toxicology tests were done, no consequences at all (because there are no legal consequences for leaving the scene of an accident in the D.R.)
@@JayAbroad What I’m trying to say is both problems, Mass Shootings in the U.S. and the risks of driving in D.R. are two real issues. Both are cultural. You need to hear Dominicans in the States reminiscing the times when they used to drink and drive in the D.R. and lament how the States are so boring (because they can’t even try to do drink and drive here without facing the legal consequences). On the other hand, the Second Amendment Cult, is scary! 🤦♂️
Driving you right but with the accident in Azúa no ,because that business was on the edge of the road and they know that and don’t did anything to make sure those people were safe on the street
Hey bro do they Celebrate Thanksgiving let we do here in the States or the don't celebrate holidays like we do in the states. And am i invite to come with you all for Thinkgiving??? LOL
Very impactful video Jay. Unfortunately, reckless driving is a problem worldwide. Even here in the states, thousands are killed/seriously injured each year on the local streets & highways/expressways due to excessive speed, alcohol/drugs, impatience/inattention. It is the responsibility of both vehicular operators and pedestrians alike to use caution & common sense out there. Unfortunately drivers will continue to speed, use drugs/alcohol and get behind the wheel of a vehicle or operate a vehicle and become distracted by use of a 📱 while driving. Pedestrians, unfortunately, will continue to cross the roadway without 👀 for vehicles or entering the roadway while distracted by a 📲 or 🎧. These accidents, injuries, & deaths can be significantly reduced/prevented by the “CC “ method: Caution & Common Sense. Let’s all drive to stay alive!!!! Don’t operate to incapacitate!! Don’t cross 🚶🏾♂️🚶🏾♂️🚶🏼♀️➡️🚶🏻♂️➡️ to become a loss ☠️!!!! Lookout before you pull out!!!! ❌🚫 🚗💥🚌❌🚫…….. ❌🚫🚶🏾♂️💥🛻🚫❌………
I’m from the US so hearing this is very disheartening and highly upsetting. Is it possible to petition the government to do something? Are there people lobbying to make changes?
👮🏻♀️THE RULES OF LAW MUST BE IMPLEMENTED AT ALL COST . I think that by getting the people that respect the law involved in reporting bad drivers behavior to a specific entity with a snapshot with vehicle license plate and punish the bad driver with license suspension and summons. The driving vehicle caos in the Dom Rep must be a priority because it will save lives.
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I’m dominican and I’m totally agree ! We drive crazy here !
It's easy, my friend DR has a prosperity for which it had not prepared itself with infrastructure, you will find the same in Colombian cities like Bogota and Medellin, but DR is working now, they are making more subways to get more vehicles out of the city center, in short, it is also an education problem.
Yup, education is def a critical factor.
I moved 2 months ago to DR (it’s my native country) and I don’t plan on getting a car. I did a video about transportation options in DR and I talk a lot about the driving and how dangerous it is in DR. Anyhow, it has to do with the lack of accountability that unfortunately is part of our culture. Good job on this video and thanks for bringing it up.
You're welcome brother.
Will check out you channel!
good video for sure. I drive here all the time and I have rules to drive by. 1. DO NOT BE IN A HURRY. Any appointments you make LEAVE EARLY and if you are still late, so be it. 2. Try to time your trips for certain times of day. If you can avoid 6:am to 10:am - 3:pm to 7:pm do so. 3. LIVE with your missed turn offs! , Don't
try to force your way back into traffic if you missed the freeway on ramps or off ramps. EAT your mistake, it may take you anywhere from a few minutes to MUCH longer , but live with it and circle back. 4. If you can avoid it - DONT DRIVE A BUCKET! Breakdowns always happen in the WORST places. 5. practice road courtesy, be a role model. I never use my horn.
I like this. I follow some of the same rules you mentioned.
I abide by this. Cost u ALOOOT of LEEEESSS of heartaches.
As a Dominican i Agree with you 100%! our traffic system is literally 100+ years behind when it comes to driving
Appreciate the shout out brother. I love how you said it. U.S. is scary due to shootings; Dr is scary due to driving!
Yesssiiir brother💪
You're absolutely right-driving in the Dominican Republic is very dangerous. I live in the U.S. but spend my winters in Santo Domingo, and I've chosen not to own a car because the risks of driving are too high. Instead, I rely on services like Uber or Indrive to get around. Walking, however, can be even more dangerous. There aren't enough crosswalks or traffic lights. For example, the roads leading to MegaCentro, the busiest mall in the country, don't have any designated pedestrian walkways. People have to run across the road and climb over the divider after getting off buses or the Metro just to reach the mall.
Even walking can be dangerous. Sometimes the motos go on the sidewalk to get around traffic.
Thank you brother because what you are talking about can help a lot.
I appreciate that!
Yooo, that’s why we are the leaders on dead by accidents, i grew up there, and the main problem is that anybody that knows how to move a car forward is considered a driver, more than half of the people don’t know driving rules, most of the people have never seen a driver’s manual 😭😭😭😭😭, education is the key. The president have to pass a law to retest every driver over there.
Great idea.
Really, if you hit a moto it's your fault legally? Wow!
I agree with you on a couple of very good points, perhaps structured driving safety common knowledge training with rewards not regulations only
J I’m glad you addressed this issue, each time I watch your videos I learn more and more about the Dominican Republic, my wife laughs at me because I tell her I refuse to drive there
Lol...I don't blame you.
Jay my boy, always happy to see you brother, yeah as you said if you can drive here you can drive anywhere and is definitely sad to see how many innocent people die for negligent people, i hate driving here because everyone is driving like if they need to take a shi...
😅😅😅 that is true
@@JayAbroad Lol facts my brother 🤣
I’ve driven in Haiti, the Middle East and DR and at the end of the day I call it combat driving. You just need to keep your head on a swivel.
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I love the DR but the 2 main reasons I couldn’t live there full time is because of the driving and complete lack of walkability. Sidewalks in Santo Domingo are tiny and everything is in the way.
@@Luisjoseglobal your a Puerto Rican living in DR part time. Very cool
@@Ozama1221 not Puerto Rican actually
Unfortunately this kind of situation can be avoided if the authority just makes it happen and it's very simple. I know we Dominicans like to party but people need to learn that just because there's people already blocking the way and having fun doesn't mean that you should follow the same act. I heard that authorities are finally starting to shut those businesses down. The driving part still the same issues authority doesn't give a damn until something happens unfortunately.
Thanks for sharing this. I heard that the police started shutting down businesses.
@@JayAbroad yes they just appointed a new chief of police and had not choice but to act on it. Hopefully they do it for good and maintain that.
@@JayAbroad yes they started already
@@robinhood5499 sounds like this is good news.
Hey Jay. I get it. It's the same way I feel when I'm in Ghana. Road accidents! I ride local transport, TroTros! I've read in the newspapers more times than I'd like to remember stories of accidents involving large vehicles usually that take the lives of 25 to 35 people at one time! Dead on the side of the road. Many reasons why but its heart rendering and frightening to me. Another thing I don't do in foreign countries is ride moto taxis. They are cheap and convenient but no protection.
This true and really the point of my video. The dangers of driving. Well said brother.
I feel you on that heat, today in Southern CA it was 79 degrees that’s a great change from 101-105 for the past 2 weeks.😅
Sup my brother Jay, That's why i'm retiring to a small village town in the cibao less hectic can't do big city driving in the DR
I don't blame you bro.
You are actually right bro about the traffic and just like you when i drive there i yield to all of the traffic there because im on vacation and im in no rush to get anywhere. Especially with all that traffic in SD.
Exactly!
That has always been that way, I can't understand why it hasn't improved over the years, It is really crazy
I agree 100%. There is no type of responsibility and consequences. I’ve been living in DR for 3 years now. In Bonao,Monseñor Noel . And it took me over 6 months to drive on the roads here. But, now I have learned how to defend myself while driving .
Same here. I've learned how to drive, it's not the same strategy as the US.
I think there was a insurance study done on the most trafic fatalities per 100,000 . Dominican Republic is number 1 in trafic fatalities by 3x more than the second place holder. 64.6 deaths per 100,000 per World health orginization stats in 2019. It's not for the faint
That's crazy🤔
AMEN!!!!! I will never drive in the DR if I can help it. The local Gov really needs to enforce traffic rules and laws to make it safer in the DR. The only place I have seen with worse traffic is India!! It is super super dangerous driving there it is NO JOKE!!
Fr Jay, 3xin Santo Domingo last year ..and the driving is like bumber cars on steroids! Scary and I’m an excellent high speed driver all ova STATES, but I do not attempt to drive in Santo Domingo on point as always good content again Ty my brother.. plan to visit DR October.. plan to hola
Bumper cars😅😅. Great analogy👍🏾. Yessirr let me know when you make in Oct.
Indeed Jay, your concern is very real and honest. Having been removed from the united state since 1997 , I have lived here since then and I entirely agree with you, but therefore I am sure we got some very good driver and others are very bad. That because most people bribe state official to obtain their driver licence. The number one rules to follow is to keep away from bigger vehicle and never close your eyes for a second. God have mercy 🙏🏼
Yes, I do not like to be around those bigger vehicles. I immediately move out the way...
I'm with you brother. We drive like maniacs over here. That is the main bad thing we have in the country. Thankfully we the new roads being build and the old ones being renovated things will change for the good in the future. Thanks for the love to 🇩🇴💪🏼
You're welcome fam.
The government should start by changing the culture of no-Stop signs. There are only a few Stop signs in Santo Domingo.
9:10 😂😂😂 Bro I have a dark sense of humour but you're right.
That’s funny you touched on this topic because I was thinking about going on vacation to DR or Panama but I chose Panama because I feel more comfortable driving in Panama. Now they drive aggressive in Panama but not like DR and I don’t see allot of car crashes in Panama. Anyway I’m glad you brought up this topic because even here in Florida you see people driving like they chasing death. We need to do better.
Facts!
Jay, I feel you on the air condition. The worst drive of my life was a vacation trip from Dallas to Houston in the middle of summer over 100% heat and the air condition decided to stop working two hours into the four hour trip. It was a mess. Opening windows seemed to make things work. It did not help that my fiancee was from Poland and I felt bad because she sweated profusely. We still got to to the stuff we planned to do like going to the Space center, Galveston, Austin, parks, zoos etc but it ruined the trip a little.
I get your fear about the bad driving also. I think at a base level as human beings we hate the idea that someone else could cause our demise without us doing anything wrong which is why the mass shootings are making folks paranoid in the US. For me and many people not having control over a circumstances causes worry or fear. There was a shooting outside a gym where I go in a very safe neighborhood and i can tell you a few times after that happened it crossed my mind that if some lunatic entered the gym we could be doomed. It sucks to even have those thoughts when all we want is peace of mind when we are exercising.
This is well said regarding the fear of being harmed even when doing what's right.
Love the video. As a born and raised Dominican this is a result of lack of regulation, also over traffic laws. The government doesn’t care much for them neither are the citizens . Also many of the drivers are not subject to a regulated driving test. There is a lot of corruption on those entities and people paid just to pass the driving test without knowing how to drive safely.
Mr. Jay you are 100% correct about the driving.
It's wild bro.
Driving is crazy in DR. Traffic laws are not respected to the point that even if the traffic light is green you still stop just to make sure no one takes the red light. A family member of my husband died while on a motor bike because someone took a red light. You have to be on defense mode at all times while driving in DR
Facts. When the light turns green, I do not automatically go. I wait a few seconds because the possibility of someone running a red light can happen.
Sorry to hear about your friend, may he rest in power. AND yes, I drive here like all the other drivers are drunk. The best offense is a great defense!! I watch everyone on the , head on a swivel. Have to man.
That’s funny you touched on this topic because I was thinking about going on vacation to DR or Panama but I chose Panama because I feel more comfortable driving in Panama. Now they drive aggressive in Panama but not like DR and I don’t see allot of car crashes in Panama.
Much needed bruh. Thx 4 the reminder, for myself as well. Lol 💯💯🫶🏾🫶🏾💪🏽💪🏽
They need serious laws on their driving laws i been there and have seen it myself!!!
Very good video that could save a lot of lives and definitely better the quality of life of those who are still around....
Very true!
I’ve been to DR twice and, YES, the driving is crazy. My wife and I wondered if we were going to make it to the resort.
I still can’t believe how these mass shootings continue. Almost feels like it’s not going to stop. I graduated from Evander Childs high school in the Bronx. It was considered one of the roughest schools in NYC. It was the early nineties, and we had to go through metal detectors to enter the school but I never once worried about getting shot in school. My kids worry about it and that’s a damn shame! People in this country love to talk about how bad other countries are but they shouldn’t be talking at all.
Absolutely, well said, brother.
Hi Jay, good to see you back🙏🏾
I wanted to get your take on this.. I've recently reconnected to a woman, who I was speaking to in 2022, she happens to live in DR 😂. The only thing is her English is not too great and neither is my Spanish, this is what caused us to become distant in the first place, but we definitely have a connection. If not for language barrier I'm sure we would have been married already!!! I'd be grateful to know your thoughts?
I think this situation is normal here for foreigners when they decide to get in a relationship with a Dominican. However, both need to be committed to learn the language of the other. I f you're in her country, I think the burden lies on you to learn their language and vice versa. Your situation is not unique as I'm sure you know, and many people have been faced with this and was able to make it happen. To me the most important part is that the lady is genuine and in it for the right reasons. If that's established the rest can be worked out.
God bless you and your family brother
Thank you🙏🏾
someone needs to make public road safety a top priority!
Yes, I agree.
I believe that this will be possible when cameras that send fines are installed. I drove in the USA and I was told there are cameras that checks for speed limits, it's not just education, people fear to break the rules.
Thank you for sharing this message, you're right.
You're welcome.
I tell everyone driving in Santo Domingo ain’t for the weak you got to be a savage behind the wheel facts
I have seen people laid out on the side of the road (dead) as as well as a couple dead horses - hit and runs.
It's real man...
I do think they need red lights there . I agree to that. The driving is rough there!!!!
Im dominican and i approve this video you right bro
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I can say something here, cause I witnessed myself, a big problem....August 2022, me and my wife came to the DR to visit her family there, and we stayed at a Resort in Las Galeras but you know, we had to drive out there from the airport in Santo Domingo...we had a taxi friend of my wife's family that picked us up and drove us out there...my wife son, who is in his early 30s, came out to see us and he had to drive from Santo Domingo to Las Galeras, long drive...he made it, no worries, but we drove around with him in his car to Samana, Las Terrenas etc the whole Samana area....the police were doing stop checks, and my son-in-law was stopped, he got out to talk with the police, then my wife did, I stayed in the car, I was looking in the mirror and I saw him hand the Police some cash, they gave him a ticket, and they got in the car and we drove off. I was like "wtf just happened", my wife told me her son got a ticket for not driving with a drivers license...and I was like "WHAT"....she said in the DR, its not obligatory to have a drivers license. So, long story short...If they made it mandatory, and go through drivers school, and pass a drivers test, to get a drivers license, I'm positive that will improve that situation. Crazy
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This is false. You absolutely need a drivers licensce to drive.
No es cierto que no es obligatorio, hay personas que lo hacen, pero no es correcto
I ll be down there with you all for ThanksGivings let's stay in touch.
Jay love your videos Brother! Keep up the good work I plan to be in SDQ soon..will look you up. But the car is overheating because your AC fan is not working under the hood. I use to fix cars for an occupation, but has since changed careers. I have seen this problem before and your car has two Fans one for radiator cooling and one for AC...check it out. CP
Thanks bro, I'll have that checked. And yes send me a message on IG when you make it to Santo Domingo.
The biggest problem in the Dominican Republic are “Conchos” those regular public cars, they keep fighting each other trying to pick up a passenger, also the corruption when trying to get its driving licenses, I know so many people pay to get drivers licenses there. It’s sad.
That is true, I don't like them nor the public transportation vans. They are the same way.
It’s really so hard to believe this stuff happens in our country. I hope that someday we could change our mind ‘cause this is the number one cause of the death in our beautiful country. I sometimes think that people just don’t care about dying in a crash or they are so ignorant that they can’t see it😢
When I am on vacation in DR 🇩🇴 regardless it’s a rental or not, I only drive very early in the morning for my daily rounds and late ⏰ in the night when both times are low on traffic, but during rush hour time, I stay home
Really smart strategy.
You are right about the fact that we drive really Bad and disregarding the signals and laws, but in that case of the truck the people who were in the whole road partying were the guilty ones
In a road with a curve without any reason to block the road
This is the last piece of information I heard. I didn't know they were in the road at the time of this recording. That is crazy.
The Dominican Republic is investing and working deligently on fixing these problems. It is obious all over the country. It will take time. Education is also a key factor as well. The same situation is taking place in South Florida. Folks have become animals here as well. When in Dominican Republic get yourself a private driver, taxi driver, Uber, In Drive, train or bus. There are numberous options. Dominican Republic has numerous laws on everythning. However they lack the personnell or resources to inforce anything. I was there on the 30th of August and I got caught twice in a massive traffic jam due to the rain and power outage on most of the traffic lights in Santo Domingo. It was hell on earth. Eventually things will change. Always hope for the best.
Yes, I am not the one to overlook the progress of this country just in the last 10 years. And it has been tremendous. My video isn't about bashing the country or the people just about innocent people losing their lives over irresponsible drivers.
I feel you bro but I think it’s worse in Colombia
Very sad
It's always sad to hear of someone you know has passed, whether natural, health decline or otherwise.
Good afternoon jay that’s not only happens in my country I understand you get a little frustrated while driving but it’s not a big issue when you get used to it thank you.
Brother, I'll never get use to innocent people dying. I don't care what country its in.
I understand but there’s nothing we can do about it other than take it or leave it.
@@JayAbroad I understand that but there’s nothing we can do about it other than take it or leave it because they don’t reinforce the traffic laws.
That's innovative. have great day bro...
@luiscruz3698 this video went over your head. Whether something can be done or not wasn't the point of video. The point is that it's dangerous.
Ten four You could had replace those fans yourself easy acess. Okay i'm glad you got it fixed. Thanks for letting me know!!
No problem 👍
There's been so many deaths in punta cana. One young girls whole family was killed in an accident this year. Last week, a woman feet were severed off by in an accident. A bus load of Venezuelans were killed in 2023, and for the first time, I saw heads, arms, legs dismembered. It breaks my heart.
No hay que ser tan explícito
You could’ve reserved some of those details. We get it.
The problem is they all think they’re expert drivers who don’t adhere to red lights. In the D.Republic you don’t walk across the street, you run.
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Driving is crazy Jay, when I lived in the Capital I used the Metro. Alcohol and excessive speed especially Semana Santa 😥big hurry to get nowhere
Yep. It's really crazy around Samana Santa
Jay the azua accident came down to party goers taking it to the street. They took over the street and it was a blind curve.
Thank you. This was the latest on the information I heard too. Sad.
Honestly, If the driving rules were to be fallowed in DR, DR would truly have it all. I'm currently in DR, been here for a month now, I rather Uber everywhere than to be constantly angry at the imprudent drivers in this country. One of the biggest reason why I cant live in the City.
I rather Uber also
USA is getting bad too is insane
Yeah I will never ever drive there. Uber is very reliable in Santo Domingo but when you want to go to let's say Boca chica, they cancel the ride lol.
You guys are just not real drivers. Real drivers know what im talking about.. 🇩🇴
100% factual. I agree.
Definitely change that thermostat
Yes, Definitely
Thermostat or fan, or pressure switch.. But change that oil and flush that radiator.
Will do🙏🏾
Do not fear it because like that you mey bring it to yourself, do things like you are doing by talking out loud explaining the problem and what to do to make things better for the country, as a man thinketh so is he, God speed my brother you are making a difference in mankind ...
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Excessive amount of vehicles (cars, and old vehicles), here in DR you have to be driving defensively taking care of you and the other disrespectful driver, not to mention that truck driver are some of those you have to be careful too. I normally drive and see the other drivers a bit lost or seeming like drunk I slow down and let them go or speed to leave behind. In santo domingo, Santiago it's totally crazy when it comes to driving. If I'm going to a river or beach I take my time no matter the time it takes. But government have to do something about it. In radio it a daily topic. Stay blessed
I'm the same way. I take my time wherever I'm driving.
A lot of people without drive license, young and old. They don’t know or care about the rules.
Yes you need a thermostat
Thanks fam..
I do maintenance for apartments here in Charlotte NC i would be a good repair/ Air Conditioning person down there easy
That's a possibility...
That's the main problem of people driving in DR they're in a rush there's no such thing as yielding in DR. In other words people drive aggressively.
And in a rush to get nowhere at that...smh
Exactly Jay I have not taken a driving wheel in My dozen of trips to Dr. The authorities do nothing 😢 to remedy this nightmare. Please write the book of your journey. Peace.
Lol...will do bro!
Yes sir that's an thermostat you need a thermostat replaced it shouldn't cost more than like 100 something dollars labor and part Evan out there depending on location of it.
The fan is 2 fan on a car 1 for the regular engine cooling and the other is went you turn on the ac meaning probably the one for the ac is bad
Thanks ill check that.
Driving in DR is really stressful and dangerous. And most of the people driving don't even have license. We as a country need to do better.
Yea when I was in DR in June the traffic was rough. Lucky I took a taxi with the chica to her place . I'm glad I don't own a car cause yes people are nuts. Also in the States it's crazy to sometimes. But overall I can't wait to go back to Santo Domingo in Dec 🇩🇴
I thought driving in South Florida was dangerous. I always seen accidents on 95 going to Miami.
@@JayAbroad@JayAbroad yea I'm from Boston Massachusetts there's always accidents on 90 and on 95 cause people be speeding, all I do is shake my head smh
It has been a hot july, august and september in DR. ACs are the answer lol!!! I hope you get yours fixed. Grrrreat video. In Cabarete- Sosua-Puerto Plata on Calle principal ...there are usually moto accidents...bad moto accidents. Many moto bikers drive so badly and sometimes its just dangerous to drive because you need ten eyes!!!!!
Many expats, especially those who are retired, buy motobikes and have accidents some lose limbs...some die. It's a nightmare. Some drive drunk, without helmets, too fast, or just cannot judge their speed on the roads
Drive safely as you can here everyone......sometimes safely can be a problem too cos the street rules are whatever goes for that moment. Just be cautious
Sorry to hear about yout Courier-driver friend, Jay. I know its been a year but may he RIP!!!
Yes it's been cooking here in DR. People definitely need to do better I hate to see all these deaths but accident.
My husband moved here to the USA he's dominican...I always having fun speeding bc you know we like that here in the states....he cried and got sooooo mad😂 I understand now but he was truly traumatized..I see why now
Yep, speeding here is dangerous because so many people do it and they outcomes.
Hey how’s it going man Dominican American here from Providence Rhode Island, it was the peoples fault even the speaker of the house (Congress) Thursday know those people shouldn’t be in the middle of the street in a dark street, the driver had a tight corner in front of him and he didn’t have time to react he tried to apply the brakes but it was to late
I finally got that information. That's sad. 🙌🏾
Make sure you have enough antifreeze in the radiator also the cooling fans have to be working.
Thanks fan.
Bro as i may have stated before, I'll never ever drive there. I put my trust in Uber and a taxi..they know the roads and driving climate in the DR better than i ever care to, especially on the rural and darker roadways. i think the bad driving is so ingrained there it won't change, unfortunately. Also, Im not a mechanic but sounds like you need both a thermostat and Freon in your AC system. I couldn't imagine a car without AC either. Yes, i saw that accident on Coach's channel and that was horrible.
I don't blame you, bro. Driving here is crazy. I'll checked the freon in the car.
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It sounds like your thermostat is sticking and you should have your water pump check aswell.
Yessiiirr will do.. 👍🏾
🥵☀🚗🌴...driving on an island coast...be careful!.
This kind of problems will be solved only by government.
Big penalties and loosing license will change this situation.
With this kind of situation you can’t depend that one day everyone will realize that ohhh we were wrong let’s do it right way .
Police should start giving tickets for all driving infractions. Once people see and hear about how easy is to get a ticket for doing the wrong thing, that is not stopping at stoplight, changing lanes without using this turn signal speeding, etc.
If all this becomes normal, it will send a message to the country that you can’t drive like a fool you must follow the rules.
If not, it’s gonna to cost you a lot of money and can eventually cause you to lose
your license, if you get too many tickets.
Like we do here in America.
Not a bad idea.
Im domnican and at least 4 people close to my family have died in traffic accidents
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The last video yall did! I said they look hot like the air don’t work😂😂
We didn't do a video in the car🤔
@@JayAbroad i commented before I finished watching the video, my bad bro
Hey brotha do you know if I can arrive without an return ✈️???
Yes you can. If you stay longer than 3 month you'll pay a small fine
@@XloMotion okay that's fine
Some airlines allow you to do it but some don't. If you have to buy a return ticket buy it at the airport and cancel it as soon as you land.
@@JayAbroad smart yes sir will do I'll be out the week of 27th!
It is something in which we (-as human beings-) should stop and think about. Phoenix, Arizona has experienced 100 consecutive days of temperatures at or above 100°F breaking the previous record of 76 days set in 1993. Also tied the record for most days above 110°F in a year with 55 days. The global sea ice extent was the second smallest in the 46- year record, at 8.32 million square miles, which was 1.5 square miles below the 1991~2020 average. There is a chance that 2024 will rank as the world's warmest year on record. Thank God that we have Constanza (-my town-) and Jarabacoa to cool off. Welcome to Constanza where air conditioners are not necessary 350 days a year. Those 15 days are our summer time 75 -78°F
I have to spend more time in Contanza.
You and your beautiful family are welcome
Sometimes, it's good to just walk to a destination, if that is possible.
Well, You are right on both ends of the spectrum.
You are scared of mass shootings in the States (I’m too)
You are scared of the driving in the DR (Me too. Actually I’m a victim of it and that was the reason that got me out of there)
Almost lost my legs, they were saved in Boston.
I couldn’t get justice, I couldn’t get health service
I had to get the hell out.
What you saw in Azua, it happens every day.
DR is LAWLESS
Are you saying you were involved in an accident here or mass shooting?
@@JayAbroad Involved in an accident. Pretty similar to the one you are referring in Azua.
Almost got my legs amputated. My family had to sell an apartment to cover surgery, doctors and medicine .
At the end I had to travel to the States because I was unable to afford treatment to fight a bone infection (product of the accident and also product of a very poor healthcare system).
Doctors in Boston saved my legs, and I didn’t pay for a thing. (I’m grateful)
The driver that provoked the accident left the scene, showed up 4 days later, no toxicology tests were done, no consequences at all (because there are no legal consequences for leaving the scene of an accident in the D.R.)
@@JayAbroad What I’m trying to say is both problems, Mass Shootings in the U.S. and the risks of driving in D.R. are two real issues.
Both are cultural.
You need to hear Dominicans in the States reminiscing the times when they used to drink and drive in the D.R. and lament how the States are so boring (because they can’t even try to do drink and drive here without facing the legal consequences).
On the other hand, the Second Amendment Cult, is scary! 🤦♂️
@@maxmx767 Wow, that's wild. Glad you are ok. Thanks for sharing and clarifying this.
Driving you right but with the accident in Azúa no ,because that business was on the edge of the road and they know that and don’t did anything to make sure those people were safe on the street
Driving in the DR is like you in a video game you crash you loose!
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I'm pretty good at things under hood lol not everything few things I've had experience with I've always Owen older cars
I'm horrible at working on car.
I toally agree, DR is very danegrous to drive, We gotta dio better when it comes to driving period!!
Hey bro do they Celebrate Thanksgiving let we do here in the States or the don't celebrate holidays like we do in the states. And am i invite to come with you all for Thinkgiving??? LOL
No they don't celebrate Thanksgiving here. They have their own holidays here that they celebrate. Christmas is what they do celebrate like in the US.
@JayAbroad ok cool thinks for the information. Did you car a c fixed?
Yes, it's fixed. The fan was out.
Very impactful video Jay. Unfortunately, reckless driving is a problem worldwide. Even here in the states, thousands are killed/seriously injured each year on the local streets & highways/expressways due to excessive speed, alcohol/drugs, impatience/inattention. It is the responsibility of both vehicular operators and pedestrians alike to use caution & common sense out there. Unfortunately drivers will continue to speed, use drugs/alcohol and get behind the wheel of a vehicle or operate a vehicle and become distracted by use of a 📱 while driving. Pedestrians, unfortunately, will continue to cross the roadway without 👀 for vehicles or entering the roadway while distracted by a 📲 or 🎧. These accidents, injuries, & deaths can be significantly reduced/prevented by the “CC “ method: Caution & Common Sense. Let’s all drive to stay alive!!!! Don’t operate to incapacitate!! Don’t cross 🚶🏾♂️🚶🏾♂️🚶🏼♀️➡️🚶🏻♂️➡️ to become a loss ☠️!!!! Lookout before you pull out!!!!
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Very true.
I’m from the US so hearing this is very disheartening and highly upsetting. Is it possible to petition the government to do something? Are there people lobbying to make changes?
Im not sure. The government knows it's a problem.
I’m not a mechanic and I don’t play one on tv..your new outro.
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👮🏻♀️THE RULES OF LAW MUST BE IMPLEMENTED AT ALL COST .
I think that by getting the people that respect the law involved in reporting bad drivers behavior to a specific entity with a snapshot with vehicle license plate and punish the bad driver with license suspension and summons.
The driving vehicle caos in the Dom Rep must be a priority because it will save lives.