Rules for Driving in Memphis

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

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

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

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

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

Speed Limits in Memphis

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

Drink Driving in Memphis

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

General hints for driving your hire car in Memphis

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