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Driving in the United States of America

Key road rules in the USA you need to know

When you are hiring a car abroad, it’s useful to be prepared for the different driving laws in the country you are travelling to as well as checking the documents you need to carry.

 

To help make your trip to as smooth as possible, we've put together some of the key road rules in the USA.

  • These rules are to be used as a guide and are subject to change. Please check with your Avis representative if you have any questions.
  • Your Avis representative can advise you on toll and road charges before leaving the Avis car hire location and whether snow tyres or chains are needed.

Take a look at our USA location page for ideas, travelling tips and booking information.