Left-hand traffic, toll roads and car hire rules: practical tips from the MSG Equipment blog for anyone planning to drive in the UK.
Driving on the left is the biggest adjustment for drivers used to right-hand traffic. MSG Equipment’s blog summarises road features and car hire rules for those planning to tour the UK by car.
- Some road sections, bridges and tunnels are tolled; the only tolled motorway is a stretch of the M6 north of Birmingham.
- You can take your own car to mainland Europe through the Channel Tunnel.
- Airport pick-ups and automatic cars cost more; booking in advance saves money.
- Renting requires an international licence, a credit card, a minimum age of 21 and at least a year of driving experience.