Driving in America: Complete Guide for International Visitors

Everything you need to know before you get behind the wheel in the USA. Licences, road rules, RV tips, and practical advice for visitors from the UK, Australia, Canada, Germany, and beyond.

Licences and Legal Requirements

Citizens of most countries can drive in the USA using their valid home country driver's licence for up to one year. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended. You must be at least 25 years old to rent an RV from Scamper RV Rentals.

Rules of the Road

Americans drive on the right side of the road. Speed limits in Georgia: Interstate 70 mph, state highways 55-65 mph, urban areas 25-45 mph. You may turn right on a red light after a complete stop unless a sign prohibits it.

Driving an RV

Class C motorhomes are approximately 11-12 feet tall. Watch for low bridges. Book campgrounds in advance. All Scamper RV motorhomes run on regular unleaded gasoline.

Emergency Information

Emergency number: 911. Scamper RV Rentals: 833-722-6737. Locations: McDonough (324 Industrial Blvd) and Cumming (5410 Chattahoochee Ind Park), Georgia.