Rules for Driving in Orlando

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

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

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

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

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

Speed Limits in Orlando

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

Drink Driving in Orlando

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

General hints for driving your hire car in Orlando

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