Monday 5^th May 2008

Eyes on the Road 

Few things can be more confusing - and potentially more dangerous to a driver caught unawares - than the differences in motoring law between countries. If you drive in Bangkok it makes sense to be aware of the rules; things such as speed limits, blood alcohol limits and what to carry in the car.

Getting all the facts

AngloINFO's INFOrmation Page on Driving in Thailand clearly lays out essential information a driver should know such as the basic rules (driving age, licences, wearing a seatbelt) and speed limits on the various road types, information on the car tax sticker, parking and more! 

Make sure you also know about the new rule which comes in to effect this week: from 7 May 2008 a driver may only use a mobile cellular telephone with a handsfree system.

Another rule is that all cars on the road must be roadworthy: find out when and how to go about making sure your car is legal to drive from the INFOrmation Page on Vehicle Roadworthiness.

And in the event of seeing, or worse, being involved in an accident, find out what to do and who to call from the INFOrmation Pages on Road Traffic Accidents and Insuring a Vehicle in Thailand. 

You'll find loads more useful information for a driver - and car owner - in Bangkok including clear instructions on how to ensure the legality of your driving licence, how to import a car and how to buy or sell a car. 

• Find this and even more on the many INFOrmation Pages in the Cars, Bikes & Driving category of The AngloFILE!

Any questions? Why not ask other locals by using the Cars, Bikes & Driving section of The AngloINFO Forum?

What else?

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