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North Korea’s Wood-Burning Cars

North Korea’s Wood-Burning Cars

Fun Fact About North Korea #3

North Korea uses cars that run on wood.

Did you know that in North Korea, they have wood burning cars.

Because of strict international sanctions, Oil is very difficult to import to North Korea.

This means they’ve had to be a little bit creative.

There have also been reports of using solar powered taxi’s and buses, although it’s not really clear if they work or not.

There are also wind-powered buildings!


You can find more fun facts about North Korea on The Life of Jord’s YouTube & TikTok accounts.

All of our fun facts are from the Around the World in 800 Facts series, by Jordan Simons.

If you have a fun country fact to contribute, please drop it in the comments below.

Jordan Simons

My name is Jordan Simons and over the past few years I've learned how to travel the world continuously. Now I want to show you how to do the same.

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