United Kingdom rules and regulations
Road rules
- Vehicles drive on the left hand side of the road
- Motorists must give way to traffic from the right at a roundabout if the roundabout is not controlled by traffic lights
- An increasing number of left hand lanes, especially at roundabouts, are marked for left turn only and someone going straight on from there is likely to be put in a dangerous situation
- The right hand lane should be used if turning right
- Most pedestrian crossings are now controlled by traffic lights. You must stop when the red light shows
- If the pedestrian crossing is not controlled by lights, pedestrians have the right of way
- On motorways vehicles should travel in the left hand lane except when overtaking
Driving regulations
- Minimum age for rental:
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21 years of age
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Rental rates may be higher for renters aged 21-24
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- Driving Licence:
- Valid Full Driving Licence
- International Driving Permit
- To rent from National Car Rental a valid full driving licence for a minimum period of 12 months is required