What Daily Life In North Korea Looks Like

North Korean Fuel

North Korea doesn't use oil for their vehicles like everyone else. They actually fuel their cars by burning charcoal, which is extremely dangerous and usually results in situations like the one photographed. Since this photo shows how difficult transportation is in North Korea, the government wanted it gone.

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