USA Motorhome-RV Road Guides
USA Road Rules
A Motorhome Rental holiday in the USA is one of the best ways to see the diversity of the country. The USA has some of the most interesting and awe inspiring sites in the world. Becoming familiar with some of the basic road rules and sound planning in advance will give you the confidence you need to get out there on the road and create the holiday of a lifetime.
Traffic laws and regulations can vary between each of the 50 states although most are similar. So when picking up your vehicle from the Motorhome rental company be sure to ask if there are any unique driving rules in the states that you will be travelling through.
These are the main road rules to help you along the way:
- Drive on the right hand side of the road.
- By law, every vehicle occupant must wear a seatbelt.
- Maps, speedometers and road signs are all in Miles per hour.
- Speed limits vary between the states, keep and eye out for signage.
- You may turn right on a Red traffic signal, but only after stopping and checking for traffic.
Drivers Licence
In the USA you are not required to carry an International Driving Permit if you hold a valid driving licence from your home country. You may need to have held this licence for one year.
Toll/Turnpike Information
Tickets issued at Turnpikes may be marked with a time. If the time in which you reach your destination indicates you have been speeding you will be fined.
Alcohol and Drug Limits
The blood alcohol limit for driving in the USA is .08%
Driver Fatigue
Driver fatigue can be a very dangerous situation. Drivers must realise the potential hazards for accidents on the road due to lack of concentration and sleepiness. Every year a large number of accidents occur due to driver fatigue.
Tips to help you stay alert:
- Make sure you are refreshed and rested before a long drive.
- Every two hours take a break from driving.
- If possible, share the driving with someone else.
- Avoid large meals and drink plenty of fluid.
- If you begin to feel sleepy, try to nap for up to 40 minutes.
- If you’re feeling very tired - find a place to stay overnight.
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