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For some it's art, for others it's an accident hazard. Don't get me wrong, I don't have anything against painting the trucks, but these wooden "crowns" would lead to the truck being declared not roadworthy in any Western country. At best, they only increase the truck's weight and fuel consumption, at worst they can fall off and make accidents worse...

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The simple fact that these trucks and their owners don't give a damn about western countries is enough to counter any arguments. They're made the way they are to carry as much load as possible, and the decorations hold a sentimental value to the owners. Many of these owners own a maximum of 2 to 3 trucks and their livelihood depends on it. Considering that the profession runs in the family, it's not difficult to attach sentimental value to these vehicles.

Of course "not giving a damn" counters an argument about endangering the people around you.

But anyway your comment seems to be a sentimental defense of some sorts, so I guess it doesn't really matter

They probably know about all the things you mentioned better than you, since it's their livelihood.

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