{"id":27114,"date":"2024-02-09T15:42:56","date_gmt":"2024-02-09T15:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/?p=27114"},"modified":"2024-02-14T17:23:38","modified_gmt":"2024-02-14T17:23:38","slug":"a-guide-for-international-drivers-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wayfaring\/a-guide-for-international-drivers-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"A guide for international drivers in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Driving in the UK for the first time? Here\u2019s a quick rundown of all the need-to-knows, from driving on the left side of the road to navigating unusual road layouts.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On Turo in the UK, you can arrange to pick up a car from <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/gb\/en\/car-rental\/united-kingdom\/lhr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">London Heathrow Airport<\/a> or other UK international airports. You won\u2019t have to wait in line at a car rental desk, and it\u2019s also easy to change your plans in the Turo app, whether you need to extend or shorten your trip or cancel it altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Picking the best vehicle for UK roads<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UK\u2019s roads are varied, from fast and busy motorways to single-track country lanes with passing points. If you\u2019re moving between cities on motorways or A-roads (typically dual carriageways), then large and comfortable vehicles like <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/gb\/en\/suv-rental\/united-kingdom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">SUVs<\/a> and spacious estate cars make for a comfortable ride.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a British-built car for your adventure through Blighty, such as a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/gb\/en\/car-rental\/united-kingdom\/land-rover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Land Rover<\/a> designed for the British outdoor lifestyle. However, if you\u2019re venturing deep into the countryside, you might want to consider something small and nimble to help navigate potentially narrow roads. City bound? Consider an easy-to-park MINI for your urban adventure, available in a rainbow of colors (and look out for newer models with cute Union Jack rear lights).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/01-right-vehicle-1024x333.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27118\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/01-right-vehicle-1024x333.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/01-right-vehicle-300x98.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/01-right-vehicle-768x250.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/01-right-vehicle.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Know your lingo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before we dive into the essentials of driving in the UK, let&#8217;s get acquainted with some quintessentially British car terminology. Take a deep breath &#8211; here comes a quick-fire run-down of British car terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trunk = Boot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hood = Bonnet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn signals = Indicators<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Windshield = Windscreen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gas pedal = Accelerator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-ramp = Slip road<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parking lot = Car park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highways\/Freeways = Motorways<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fueling your adventure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of gasoline or gas, you\u2019ll hear \u2018petrol\u2019 in the UK. Unleaded 95-octane petrol is premium unleaded fuel (91 in the US), although some service stations offer unleaded 97-octane petrol, which is considered a performance fuel and is more expensive. Some cars on Turo are diesel. Before topping up, be completely sure what fuel the car needs. Sometimes, there\u2019s a sticker inside the fuel cap door, but that\u2019s not always the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/03-fuel-1024x292.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/03-fuel-1024x292.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/03-fuel-300x86.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/03-fuel-768x219.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/03-fuel.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get ready for lots (and lots) of roundabouts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you\u2019re driving in the UK, you\u2019ll inevitably encounter roundabouts. Whereas in the US, you might find an intersection, it\u2019s far more common to see a roundabout in the UK. Give way to an oncoming vehicle to your right, then drive clockwise to your exit. Look for road signs and markings to find out which lane you should be in, and always use your indicators on a roundabout so other drivers know when you\u2019re planning to exit. Remember that in the UK, indicator lights flash amber instead of red<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mastering the left side<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the UK, cars drive on the left side of the road and overtake on the right. And while the driver\u2019s seat is on the right, your pedals are still in the same position as left-hand drive cars. Before you set off on your Turo trip, ask your host to point out which side of the steering wheel you\u2019ll find your indicator. It\u2019s also a good idea to get familiar with the locations of all the controls of a car you\u2019re driving for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/04-left-1024x290.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27132\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/04-left-1024x290.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/04-left-300x85.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/04-left-768x218.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/04-left.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Deciphering Britain\u2019s roads<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Britain\u2019s road network is varied. There\u2019s the enormity of the M25 that circles London, oddities like Birmingham\u2019s complex Spaghetti Junction, the chaos of the Magic Roundabout in Swindon (made up of a single central roundabout traveling anticlockwise surrounded by five clockwise mini roundabouts), and single-track roads in the middle of nowhere with passing points you hope you won\u2019t have to reverse to. Exactly what you\u2019ll encounter depends on where you\u2019re going, but international drivers tend to get the hang of things pretty quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toll roads aren\u2019t widespread in the UK, but if you\u2019re driving in London, there are some <a href=\"https:\/\/help.turo.com\/en_us\/london-travel-charges-HyzcHNeVq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">London-specific charges<\/a> you\u2019ll need to know about, including the ULEZ, Congestion Charge, and Dartford Crossing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding UK road signs and markings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are road signs in the UK that you might not recognize, and it\u2019s not always obvious what they mean. Here are some you may come across on your journey. Generally, circular signs give orders, triangular signs are warnings, and rectangular signs have information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"246\" src=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06a-box-markingsb.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27195 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06a-box-markingsb.png 459w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06a-box-markingsb-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Box markings.<\/strong> It\u2019s illegal to enter a box junction marked with yellow crisscrosses unless your exit is clear (Do not block).&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"246\" src=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06b-yellow-linesa.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27189 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06b-yellow-linesa.png 459w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06b-yellow-linesa-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Yellow parking lines<\/strong>. If you see double yellow lines along the outside edge of the road, it means no waiting and no parking at any time. A single yellow line means you can\u2019t wait during the times shown on a nearby sign.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"246\" src=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06c-double-whitea.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27188 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06c-double-whitea.png 459w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06c-double-whitea-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Double white lines<\/strong>. If you see solid double white lines in the middle of the road, you mustn\u2019t cross these to overtake.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"246\" src=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06d-red-lighta.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27187 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06d-red-lighta.png 459w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06d-red-lighta-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Traffic lights.<\/strong> In the UK, a red light always means stop. There\u2019s no UK equivalent to the \u2018right on red\u2019 rule.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"246\" src=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06e-speed-limitsh.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27204 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06e-speed-limitsh.png 459w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06e-speed-limitsh-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>National speed limit.<\/strong> In the UK, the national speed limit is 70mph on motorways and dual carriageways, 60mph on single carriageways, and 30mph in built-up areas, but always check for any differing speed limit signs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"246\" src=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06f-clearwayi.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27202 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06f-clearwayi.png 459w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06f-clearwayi-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Clearways. <\/strong>This means no stopping, not even to drop off or pick up passengers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"246\" src=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06g-zebraa.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27184 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06g-zebraa.png 459w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/06g-zebraa-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Zebra crossings. <\/strong>These striped marked crosswalks mean you must give way if a pedestrian is waiting to cross, even if there are no lights to stop the traffic.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to know more about road signs and road markings in the UK? The UK government has published a <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5a81ad2e40f0b62302698972\/know-your-traffic-signs.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">complete guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">UK travel inspiration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">So, where to first? There are so many <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wayfaring\/best-road-trips-in-the-uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">incredible road trips in the UK<\/a> to try. From the bustling streets of London to the serene landscapes of the Lake District and the rural routes through Wales, the UK offers a flavor of adventure for every palette. Perhaps you\u2019ll venture north for <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/travelogues\/island-hopping-around-the-hebrides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">island hopping around the Hebrides,<\/a> or take a coastal route around Cornwall? Wherever you\u2019re bound for, when you\u2019re ready to hire a car in the UK, <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/gb\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">choose the perfect car on Turo<\/a> for your adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"double-cta-container\">\n\t\t<a class=\"cta-tile first\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/list\">\n\t\t<div class=\"cta-tile-content\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tile-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/plugins\/turo-blocks-old\/src\/double-cta-block\/assets\/ic_dollar-bill-brand.svg\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"tile-header\">Start your own car sharing business<\/span>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"tile-body\">Take control of your financial future and start building your car sharing business on Turo!<\/p>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"tile-cta\">Get started<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<a class=\"cta-tile second\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/search\">\n\t\t<div class=\"cta-tile-content\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tile-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/uk\/wp-content\/plugins\/turo-blocks-old\/src\/double-cta-block\/assets\/ic_road-brand.svg\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"tile-header\">Hit the road<\/span>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"tile-body\">Browse thousands of cars for every occasion and budget near you, or wherever you\u2019re going.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"tile-cta\">Browse cars<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Driving in the UK for the first time? 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