Rules for Driving in Port Elizabeth

Make sure you check out the rules and stay safe driving in Port Elizabeth.

 
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Basic road rules for Port Elizabeth, South Africa

  • In Port Elizabeth, always drive on the left.
  • Do not exceed Port Elizabeth speed limits.
  • Do not drink and drive in Port Elizabeth.
  • Keep a safe distance between cars when driving in Port Elizabeth.
  • It's illegal to use mobile phones when driving in Port Elizabeth.
  • It's illegal to drive without your seat belt in Port Elizabeth.

    • General safety tips for driving in Port Elizabeth

  • Check your car has enough oil and water, each day of your Port Elizabeth car hire.
  • Check that indicators and lights work before you drive.
  • In Port Elizabeth, always drive with your doors locked and the windows closed.
  • If approached by a stranger in Port Elizabeth, never open your windows completely.
  • Never pick up strangers and hitchhikers in Port Elizabeth.
  • In Port Elizabeth, pack anything of value in the boot of your vehicle.
  • Avoid travelling at night in Port Elizabeth.

    • Driving Off road around Port Elizabeth: Safari driving

  • If you hire a 4x4 in Port Elizabeth, use four-wheel drive appropriately in Port Elizabeth i.e. when going off road near Port Elizabeth!
  • Speed is the main cause of accidents on Port Elizabeth gravel roads. When driving off road in Port Elizabeth, don't go faster than 40mph.
  • Observe and obey all Port Elizabeth nature reserve rules.
  • Observe and obey roadside signs in Port Elizabeth.
  • Never feed animals from your car in Port Elizabeth.
  • Watch out for animals when driving off road near Port Elizabeth, especially when driving on safari around Port Elizabeth.
  • In wet or dusty conditions around Port Elizabeth, switch on your headlights to increase your visibility.

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