Rules for Driving in Atlanta

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

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

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

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

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

Speed Limits in Atlanta

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

Drink Driving in Atlanta

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

General hints for driving your hire car in Atlanta

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