Advices for Car Trips through Singapore

17. Savvy drivers may be disappointed with high fuel prices. One liter of petrol costs about $1.8. Unleaded petrol (95 and 98) is the main type of fuel in the country.

18. Driving under influence is considered one of the most serious traffic violations. The maximum permitted blood alcohol content for drivers is 0.8 ppm. The violation of the rule will result in a heavy fine and even in imprisonment.

19. If it is not easy to see a police patrol on streets of Singapore in the daytime, at night police checks have become quite widespread. Police patrols monitor speed of other vehicles and check blood alcohol content of drivers. Note you cannot refuse to take the test.

20. Locals are allowed to obtain the driving license starting from 18 years. It is worth mentioning young motorists are the most common violators as their driving experience is rather modest. Older drivers respect traffic regulations more carefully. They are distinguished by respectful attitude to other road users.

21. It should also be noted that there are many quality and convenient pedestrian crossings in Singapore. You will see beautiful sidewalks and crossings with traffic lights literally everywhere. According to local traffic regulations, pedestrians have the advantage on the road. If an accident involving a pedestrian occurs, it is very likely that the driver will be considered guilty.

22. Pedestrians are forbidden to cross the street in the wrong place. The penalty for this violation is 300 Singapore dollars. If the violation has caused an emergency situation, the imprisonment for a term of 1 to 3 months can be imposed as an additional punishment.

23. It is not cheap to own a car in Singapore. High cost of fuel and car insurance, tolls and high parking fees limit personal vehicles to wealthy citizens only. However, the number of cars in Singapore only increases every year, and local traffic is very heavy.

24. Cars of local residents are equipped with a special electronic device - In-Vehicle Unit. The device allows automated payment for parking and using toll roads. It is also possible to pay off fines by means of the electronic system that is connected to a bank account.