M25 traffic latest: Drivers trapped in EIGHT mile queues after crash
First, avoid peak times if you can—which for the M25 is basically any time between “I woke up” and “I’m going to bed.” Seriously, try after 10 AM or before 3 PM if you value your sanity.
Second, check your route before you leave. Apps like Google Maps and Waze are your friends—they’ll reroute you through scenic country lanes where you might spot a sheep. Sheep are free entertainment.
Third, prepare for the unexpected. Keep a bottle of water, some emergency chocolate, and a playlist that doesn’t include songs about traffic. I recommend acoustic guitar or whale sounds—anything to lower your blood pressure.
What Not to Do
Do not try to cut through the local villages hoping to beat the jam. You’ll end up behind a tractor, a cyclist, and a horse-drawn carriage—all at once. It’s like the M25 gods are laughing at you personally.
Also, don’t honk. Honking at a mile-long queue is like yelling at the rain. It’s pointless, and your kids in the back seat will judge you.
