Let’s be honest: a two-hour delay is basically a hostage situation with better snacks—if you planned ahead. But 120 minutes on a stationary motorway means you have time to learn the life story of the truck driver next to you. You'll discover his dog’s name is Rover, and yes, he did choose that air freshener scent on purpose.
One poor soul reported passing the same exit sign eleven times before realizing they weren’t in a time loop from a sci-fi movie. The delays were so bad that satellites reportedly noticed a slowdown in the Earth’s rotation over Junction 15. Okay, that’s a slight exaggeration, but your car’s fuel gauge definitely aged ten years.
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Here’s a surprising fact: stationary traffic burns more fuel than driving at 50 mph. So while you’re sitting there, you’re essentially burning cash at the rate of a toddler in a sweet shop. Ka-ching! The M25 doesn’t just take your time; it takes your money, your patience, and your will to live.
And let’s talk about the multiple crashes. It’s like the universe decided to play bumper cars with real cars, except no one wins a prize, and everyone gets a complimentary headache. Police described the scene as “a premium event in traffic congestion.” I bet they were thrilled.
M25 traffic RECAP: Travel chaos as drivers face hour delays after crash
