US State Department Travel Warnings & Consular Information Sheets Pakistan - Consular Information Sheet http://travel.state.gov/pakistan.html December 12, 1997
Road
Travel: Road travel in Pakistan is risky. Roads are crowded,
drivers are
aggressive and poorly trained, and many vehicles, particularly
large trucks
and buses, are badly maintained. In addition, roads, including
major highways,
are poorly maintained and often have numerous potholes, sharp
drop-offs
and barriers that are not sign-posted. Driving without experienced
local
drivers or guides is not recommended. For specific current
information
on road conditions along the Karakoram Highway, travelers may
contact the
Frontier Works Organization in Rawalpindi at tel. 92-51-566639.