A tough, computerized point system is used to get dangerous drivers off the road. Increasingly strict penalties are the order of the day especially where drugs or alcohol are involved, and especially if there was an accident. Autobahn chain-reaction pileups occur periodically, partly because of high speeds. Accidents occurring at speeds of over 130 kph on the autobahns can result in insurance payment claims being annulled regardless of who was at fault. Vehicles with trailers, where visibility is impaired due to bulky loads, are required to have outside mirrors on both sides of the car.
Traffic lights are much the same in Germany as in the states .
If you see a blinking yellow light at an intersection it means stop, then proceed with caution if the intersection is clear. Running red lights in Germany isn't worth it. Like the radar-controlled cameras on the autobahns, some intersections have cameras hooked up to stop lights. All vehicles in Germany are required to have serviceable seat belts for all persons in the car, including those riding in the back seat. And the law requires that they be worn.