CAR HIRE USAAlmost everyone drives an automatic car, which adds to the relaxed driving atmosphere in most of the US, as do low freeway (motorway) speed limits. For years these were set at 55 mph, but most states have now raised their limits to 65 or 70 mph. American driving sometimes seems lax by European standards, although outside the big cities American drivers tend to be lazy not aggressive. Beware of drivers that change lanes or turn without bothering to signal. Confusingly, a car's rear indicator, or turn signal is normally a flashing red brake light, not a separate yellow indicator light. Overtaking is permitted on any lane of the freeway. In most US states right turns are allowed at red traffic lights unless there is a sign stating otherwise. You must first come to a complete halt and ensure the road is clear before proceeding. At multiple junctions, the driver who arrives at the junction first has priority. If two or more cars arrive at a junction at once, give way to the right. Always stop for a school bus that is stationary with its lights flashing.
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