Some Universal Driving Tips

• Gas up frequently. Service stations are never where you need them to be, and, in many countries, less prevalent than you might be used to in the States. Certain countries, like Zimbabwe, are especially prone to fuel shortages, so never drive your car to empty and hope for the best.

• Always buckle up. It's the law here, and it's the law in most developed countries.

• Limit cell phone usage, or eliminate it. Many countries have already outlawed cell phone use while driving. Take Iceland, where a ticket will cost you 5,000 Kronur.

• Never drink and drive. Many countries have more stringent laws than the U.S. In Finland, a blood alcohol level of 0.05 will prompt immediate arrest, while in some Islamic nations, any register of alcohol in your bloodstream is enough to warrant disciplinary action.

• Prepare yourself for the metric system. Across Europe and Canada, expect to see distance and speeds measured in kilometers rather than miles.

Above and beyond these road tips, remember to stay vigilant and use common sense. Threats to your personal safety are more common as a tourist, so avoid alleys, dark parking lots, suspicious cabs, and in areas prone to kidnapping and hostage-taking, change up your patterns frequently.

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