Rules for Driving in Philadelphia

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

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

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

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

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

Speed Limits in Philadelphia

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

Drink Driving in Philadelphia

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

General hints for driving your hire car in Philadelphia

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