In many developing countries traffic laws are limited or are inadequately enforced. There are a number of practical precautions that travellers can take to reduce the risk of being involved in, or becoming the victim of, a traffic accident.
Precautions:
Have full insurance cover for medical treatment of both illness and injuries sustained in accidents.
Carry an international driving licence as well as your national driving licence.
Obtain information on the regulations governing traffic and vehicle maintenance, and on the state of the roads, in the countries to be visited.
Before renting a car check the state of the tyres, safety belts, spare wheels, lights, brakes, etc.
Know the informal rules of the road; in some countries, for example, it is customary to sound the horn or flash the headlights before overtaking.
Be particularly vigilant in a country where the traffic drives on the opposite side of the road to that used in your country of residence.
Do not drive on unfamiliar and unlit roads.
Wear a helmet when driving a moped, motorcycle or bicycle.
Do not drive after drinking alcohol.
Always wear a safety belt where these are available.
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