I've seen these before, they lift them completely off the tracks to pass people coming the other way. As for safety, I doubt its any worse than riding a moped in Cambodia, at least there are fewer potholes.

I bought this shirt. Nobody gets it but me.

Most amazing comment thread EVAR.

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USA only :(

Agreed.

Just how 'inaudible' is a siren blaring at 100++ decibels? Enclosed streets (big time echo effect) plus bright flashing lights would make it noticeable to all but the stillest of human vegetables.