Rules for Driving in Naples

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

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

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

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

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

Speed Limits in Naples

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

Drink Driving in Naples

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

General hints for driving your hire car in Naples

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