I absolutely hate driving a car in Beijing, and not just because of the traffic insanity ... rather, I've become one of "them."

Being a courteous, respectful, safe driver in Beijing is pretty much setting yourself up for every yokel running over you.

Seriously, my own car-driving habits have deteriorated to the point that if I went home, I'd get thrown in jail driving out of the airport parking lot. If I was an American, I'd probably get shot.