Rules for Driving in Reno

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



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

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

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

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

Speed Limits in Reno

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

Drink Driving in Reno

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

General hints for driving your hire car in Reno

In Reno, drive on the right, and overtake on the left. In Reno, "undertaking" is a traffic offence, and is punished with a fine.

If in Reno you see a school bus stop in Reno to pick up or drop off, wait for it to continue before passing.

In Reno you must always wear a seat belt while driving in Reno.

When approaching a junction on an Interstate near Reno, don't slow down until you have entered the "deceleration lane".

In Reno if you approach a set of traffic lights on red in Reno, you can turn right if the traffic is clear.

Speed limits and distances on signs in Reno are in miles, and petrol is sold in gallons at all Reno fuel stations.