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Road Rules and Traffic Regulations in Tunis - Driving Nuances

1. Right driving is adopted in Tunisia, and all kinds of roads have strict speed limits. In the city, the maximum allowed speed should be no more than 50 km/h, in the country the speed limit is 90 km/h, and on highways the speed limit estimates 110 km/h. Special speed limits are adopted on the island of Djerba, where drivers are not allowed to drive faster than 70 km/h.
2. If you need to pass a roundabout, you should remember that cars that move in the circle always have the priority. In some cities, the circular movement is organized in quite an unusual way - a straight section of the road can be a part of the roundabout.
3. In spite of the fact that according to local traffic regulations motorists must give way to pedestrians, vehicles are still considered “superior” on Tunisia roads. They almost never stop even at pedestrian crossings equipped with traffic lights, not to mention non-regulated road parts.

Nuances of Car Rental in Tunis

To save on your rental, we advise to book your car in advance. You will save the most if you do this several weeks or even several months prior to your trip. Rental offices in Tunis usually raise rental prices over time, based on the number of cars left available for the accounting period.

When looking for an exotic car (cabriolet, minivan or limousine), we advise to check in the rental offices located at airports, as they usually provide much wider choice comparing to offices in urban areas.

Upon receipt of invoices, bills and documents for your car at the rental location, please compare the obtained data with your voucher. Quite often, employees of rental offices in Tunis try to add optional charges or services without informing customers.

It is very important to pick up your car at the rental office in Tunis in a correct way. Prior to leaving the office, carefully inspect the car for various defects, and ensure that all the discovered defects are mentioned in your rental documents. In case of a non-compliance found, place a demand for correction to the rental officer.

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4. Local drivers also do not like using seat belts. However, foreign visitors are advised to fasten seat belts for their own safety. The recommendation concerns not only the driver, but also all passengers in the car.
5. The traffic is heavy on the roads of Tunisia. This concerns both city and country roads. If you visit the country for the first time, local traffic will look totally chaotic. Local drivers do not follow all traffic regulations, although they are distinguished by very accurate and unhurried driving style.
6. Trucks that carry hay have become a serious problem for car drivers. The problem is that bundles of hay fixed on the car’s back do not allow truck drivers see anything. Even rear view mirrors are absolutely useless. As a rule, these vehicles move at relatively low speed, so it’s natural that other drivers want to overtake them.
7. If possible, it is better to refrain from risky maneuvers. If overtaking is inevitable, you should honk and blink with high beams. If the truck driver understands your intentions, he will move closer to the roadside. Only after this you can overtake the truck safely.
8. Tunisian roads are distinguished by relatively good quality. You can comfortably drive on them even in desert areas of the country. It should be noted that tourists are strictly prohibited to make rides to the desert on their own, even if the road is open to everyone and looks comfortable. If you are eager to make a ride through the desert, it is better to do that together with a guide.
9. Local roads are distinguished not only by high quality, but also by good informative support. Drivers will get all the information they need simply by looking at road signs. You will see many “speed bumps” in residential areas and near schools. Their presence is also marked with special signs.
10. It's worth noting that road signs never specify the distance to the nearest city. For this purpose, roads of Tunisia are equipped with special distance marks, which are very convenient to use.
11. Repair and renovation works seem to be endless on the roads of Tunisia. Every year the road network becomes more extensive. As a rule, all road works take place only in the daytime, and at night all the special equipment is taken away. The beginning and the end of the repair works is always specified in special road signs.
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