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Rules for Driving in Phoenix

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

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

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

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

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

Speed Limits in Phoenix

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

Drink Driving in Phoenix

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

General hints for driving your hire car in Phoenix

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