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Rules for Driving in Denver

Stay safe in your Denver car hire with our guide to the rules for driving in Denver.

 
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Stay safe and on the right side of the law in Denver with our useful guide to the “dos and don’ts” of Denver car hire.

Driving in Denver is exactly the same as in Britain; be careful in Denver, and obey the law.

The biggest difference between driving in Denver and in Britain is the fact that people in Denver drive on the "wrong" side of the road. In Denver, for the first couple of miles of Denver car hire this can feel strange, so stick to quiet Denver roads until you're used to it.

Most people arrange automatic car hire in Denver, as not using the gears makes driving easier in Denver.

Speed Limits in Denver

On Interstate roads around Denver, speed limits are between 55 and 75 mph. In Denver itself, speed limits are around 45mph. Speed limits in Denver are posted along the side of all roads. In Denver if you break the speed limit, the Denver police can fine you on the spot.

Drink Driving in Denver

Drink driving is a serious offence in Denver, and conviction results in a fine and prison. In Denver, you can have some alcohol before driving in Denver, but you shouldn't drink before driving. If you crash in Denver whilst under the influence, your insurance won't be valid.

General hints for driving your hire car in Denver

  • In Denver, drive on the right, and overtake on the left. In Denver, "undertaking" is a traffic offence, and is punished with a fine.
  • If in Denver you see a school bus stop in Denver to pick up or drop off, wait for it to continue before passing.
  • In Denver you must always wear a seat belt while driving in Denver.
  • When approaching a junction on an Interstate near Denver, don't slow down until you have entered the "deceleration lane".
  • In Denver if you approach a set of traffic lights on red in Denver, you can turn right if the traffic is clear.
  • Speed limits and distances on signs in Denver are in miles, and petrol is sold in gallons at all Denver fuel stations.
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