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Moving around in Netherlands - transportation

Scooters can be an alternative option. They are also quite popular among the local population. However, you can’t drive them on highways, so this transport is permissible within the limits of one city. It’s worth to rent a car only if you decide to go to another locality, as it will be very inconvenient to ride this vehicle within one city. For example, in Amsterdam, there is a speed restriction of 50 kmph. Alternatively, you can rent small electric cars. In this case, the problem of traffic jams won’t be avoided, but you can save a lot. No toll fee is collected from e-cars, no insurance and parking is paid. You can use the services of a taxi. However, this mode of transport is expensive, so tourists don’t use it trying to save money. … Open

Economy roadmap of Netherlands

In the post-war period, the active development of the automobile industry began. The joint Volvo company created by Sweden and the Netherlands brings high dividends every year. A huge contribution to the economy of the country is made by the developed transportation system that occupies the 4th position in the world. Rotterdam is still considered the largest port in the world in terms of the cargo turnover; the largest oil refineries are located here. The loyal tax legislation allowed the development of land and sea freight turnover. The policy of the Netherlands is aimed at the world liberalization, and this has become an excellent aid for air cargo branch. The lion's share of all income from exported transport services is generated by air transport, which surpasses even navigation. The food industry is well-developed, especially the production of fermented milk products. Agriculture in the kingdom is growing actively, although it still contributes less in the overall economy. … Open