There is no doubt that the laws and rules for driving cars differ from one country to another, and in Australia we find that they differ from one state to another within Australia, for example some states need a driver to have an international driving license besides the foreign driver’s license he holds, and some states require a foreign driver’s license Only with an official translation of the license in English attached, and today we will talk about driving in Australia.
In general, any visitor can drive cars in Australia if he has an international driving license in the same class of the car that he will drive for a period of three months at most from the date of arrival in Australia, and if you want to stay for a period of more than three months, you must pass the Australian road rules test and fulfill all Requirements Before obtaining an Australian driver's license, you can learn the rules of the Australian road as well as road signs through
It must be known that the car driving system in Australia is to drive on the left side of the road, and the maximum speed for driving a car inside cities is 50 kilometers per hour, and the speed is 100 kilometers per hour while driving on highways if road signs do not indicate otherwise.
Important things about driving in Australia
Buying a private car
Sometimes some people want to buy a special way to move around during their stay in Australia, in which case you can buy a used car in good condition for less than 10,000 Australian dollars, and when you buy a car you will be responsible for its registration, maintenance costs, fuel and insurance, despite the high cost of comprehensive insurance On cars, but it is very important, and the cost of insurance varies according to age, driving record and type of vehicle.
Alcohol and driving
Driving cars in Australia under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a criminal offense that leads to the loss of a driver's license and sometimes reaches the point of imprisonment, and it must be known that a random breath test is performed in various parts of Australia, and the permissible percentage of alcohol to the driver's blood is 0.05%.
Safety belts and helmet
Wearing a seat belt is essential to the driver and passengers in Australia, and motorcyclists and scooters must wear a safety helmet while driving. Wearing safety equipment reduces the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident.
Use of cell phones
The use of cell phones while driving is a matter that violates the traffic law in various states and provinces of Australia, and this includes talking, sending text messages, playing one of the games on the phone, taking pictures or videos, or using the phone in general while driving, as well as in the case of using a mobile phone while driving. It is against the law to stop at a traffic light, but you can use a mobile phone to speak on it while driving in Australia.
Safety tips while driving
The speed limit must not be exceeded, as this is against the law and leads to the payment of a fine, and may cause accidents.
Do not drive when you feel unwell, as this increases the possibility of accidents.
The driver and passengers must wear seat belts securely and properly.
Australian law is strict about drinking alcohol or drugs while driving, and the police have the right to stop any car at any time and take a breath test to the driver.
Leave a space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead, especially during night driving.
It is preferable to use high car lights, as this helps others to see your car, especially during cloudy weather.
In the case of a long trip, a break should be taken before it, and it is preferable to stop in road breaks several times in order to rest, restore activity and coLeave a space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead, especially during night driving.
It is preferable to use high car lights, as this helps others to see your car, especially during cloudy weather.
In the case of a long trip, a break should be taken before it, and it is preferable to stop in road breaks several times in order to rest, restore activity and complete the journey safely.mplete the journey safely.
Pedestrian safety tips
Take into account walking in the most secure places, especially when crossing the road, bearing in mind that traffic lights or pedestrian crossings are places of safety to cross the road.
It is best to cross the road in a group or with friends, as the group can be clearly seen from one individual.
It should be noted that you see traffic in Australia coming from the right, unlike what we are used to in the Arab countries
You must stop and look to the right and left and hear the sounds of the oncoming cars, and make sure that the street is clear of cars before crossing the road.
Not crossing the street quickly without looking at the sides of the road.
It is preferable to walk in places designated for pedestrians, and in the absence of them, you can walk near the edge of the sidewalk and face the oncoming traffic.
Attention should be given to cyclists who cycle on roads designated for pedestrians.
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