| Speed Limit on Motorways | |
| Speed Limit on Open Roads | |
| Speed Limit in Towns | |
| Alcohol Limit | - Laws against driving under the influence of alcohol are strict and follow a policy of zero tolerance
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| Road Tolls | - Bucharest Constanta - return only
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| Use of Mobile Phone Whilst Driving | - It is illegal to use a hand held mobile phone when driving and use will be subject to a fine
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| On the Spot Fines | - Police officials can impose fines on the spot but they cannot collect them
- In Bucharest fines should be paid at the Savings bank
- In other cities fines are payable at the City Hall
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| Seat Belts | - Compulsory for all front & rear seated occupants
- Children under 12 years are not permitted to travel as front seat passengers
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| Traffic Light Regulations | - Red Stop
- Amber Stop
- Green Go
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| Rush Hour in Built Up Areas: | - 0730 - 0900hrs
- 1630 1800hrs
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| Fuel | - Most stations out of the city/central areas are open 24hrs
- Central area stations open 0800 1800hrs
- Petrol is available in all major towns and in many other places
- Lead-free is becoming common
- Diesel is available in all stations
- It is recommended that motorists fill up at every opportunity, especially when driving in the mountains
- Fuel prices are considerably lower than in Western European countries
- Method of payment cash
- Few stations accept credit cards in foreign currency - the rate of exchange is much higher than the official rate
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