Drive Confidently

Regulations still vary wildly from country to country, even in the European Union. Here is a small selection of rules you may not have heard of:

• Belgium
  On certain stretches of road, it is legal to overtake on both sides.
• Finland
  Winter tires are required between December & February.
• France
  Watch out for locals enjoying their right to priority from the right, even when joining fairly major roads.
• Germany
  It is an offence to make derogatory signs or use abusive language to other drivers.
• Greece
  Children under 10 are not allowed in the front seat.
• Portugal
  Photographic ID of some form is required by law.
• Spain
  Pre-1991 (green) UK driving licences need to replaced by pink ones or used with an international driving permit (IDP).

at-a-glance table of driving speed limits