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Driving In A foreign Country

On The Road

Check which side of the road you should use - the direction of the lanes may be different to in your own country.

The road signs may not be the colours and shapes you are used to - they may also be in a foreign language - so make sure you research all the common ones before you begin to drive around!

Road signs and gauges inside your car may well only be given in the metric form. Remeber 100 kilometers = 60 miles.

Be aware that the roads may be in a poorer condition than you are used to.

Fuel prices are quite variable, but will generally cost less than in the UK but more than in the USA. It is likely to be sold by the litre - don't forget the conversion: 3.78 litres = 1 gallon.

The Rental

There are maximum as well as minimum age limits for driving in some countries.

An International Driver's License may be necessary to supplement the permit you use in your home country.

In some countries you will be required to purchase a special permit to allow you to drive on their roads.

It may be necessary to buy extra insurance, if your personal or credit card cover are not sufficient for the rental company's satisfaction.
There is often quite a high tax to pay on rental cars, so make sure your cards can cover it!

If you are presented with a rental contract that is not in English, request to be given a translated copy or at least have an English speaking employee explain the various points to you.

You should expect most of the fleets to be made up of fairly small cars, most of which will have manual transmission. Also, air conditioning is generally considered an added feature that you will be charged extra for.

http://www.a-zoftourism.com/travel-t...gn+Country.htm

rohan

That was very informative and extremely helpful..

Thanks ........

rupali

yep that was very usefull.....

rana

in some countries the car seats and driving seats are different..hope you all know that...