| Speed Limit on Motorways | |
| Speed Limit on Open Roads | |
| Speed Limit in Towns | |
| Alcohol Limit | - 20mg of alcohol in the bloodstream
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| Road Tolls | - There are no tolls on Sweden’s roads
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| Use of Mobile Phone whilst Driving | - It is not illegal to use a hand held mobile phone whilst driving
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| On the Spot Fines | - Police can impose on the spot fines but they cannot collect them
- These need to be paid at a bank where an official receipt will be provided
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| Seat Belts | - It is compulsory for front and rear seated occupants to wear seat belts
- Children under the age of 7 years must be in a suitable child restraint seat
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| Traffic Light Regulations | - Red – Stop
- Amber – slow down
- Green – Go
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| Rush Hour in Built Up Areas | - 0730 – 0900hrs
- 1530 – 1800hrs
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| Fuel | - Many fuel stations are self-service
- Fuel stations generally tend to be open between 0700 – 1900hrs
- Others may be open later
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| Parking Advice | - As many of Sweden’s cities are old, parking can be a challenge
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