Ever wondered if we could map the city’s traffic like a chessboard—every light a move, every alley a pawn’s advance? I’ve got a few tricks that could make your deliveries feel like a checkmate. How about we sketch out a master plan to outwit the traffic puzzle before lunch?

Sounds like a plan. Let’s start at the northern intersection, sync our moves with the cycle, and map the path before the traffic turns into a maze. I’ll draw the board—just give me a minute.Sounds like a plan. Let’s start at the northern intersection, sync our moves with the cycle, and map the path before the traffic turns into a maze. I’ll draw the board—just give me a minute.

Here’s the layout in plain terms: - Start at the north‑side intersection, right where the street meets the river. - Mark that as Point A. - The first traffic light you hit is 200 meters east of A; its cycle is 60 seconds, 30 on, 30 off. - From there, the next major junction is 400 meters southeast, where the green lasts 45 seconds. - The van can take the shortcut through the alley on the west side of the second intersection; it’s a 120‑meter path that takes about 15 seconds to clear. - After the alley, you’re back on the main road heading east toward the bakery, 250 meters away. Plot those points, keep the van in sync with the green waves, and you’ll glide past the congestion before lunch. Ready to roll?

Nice. Keep the van tight, stay on the green, and you’ll be there before the rush hits. Let's make it a flawless run.