{"id":2517,"date":"2016-07-18T09:35:37","date_gmt":"2016-07-18T09:35:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.onemoresecond.net\/?page_id=2517"},"modified":"2016-07-18T09:35:37","modified_gmt":"2016-07-18T09:35:37","slug":"country-brazil","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.edriving.com\/three60\/country-brazil\/","title":{"rendered":"COUNTRY \u2013 BRAZIL"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"td_uid_1_6a815a187647b\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row td_uid_1_6a815a1876484_rand  wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column td_uid_2_6a815a187660f_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_single_image td_block_wrap  td-no-img-custom-url vc_single_image td_uid_3_6a815a18766e2_rand  td-single-image-\"><a class=\"tdm-mobile-full\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.edriving.com\/three60\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/02\/rulesoftheroad_br_full-1.jpg'); height: 100px; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: center center;\" href=\"#\"  rel=\"bookmark\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<script>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\tjQuery(window).load(function () {\r\n\t\t\t\t\tjQuery('body').find('#td_uid_1_6a815a187647b .td-element-style').each(function (index, element) {\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(element).css('opacity', 1);\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\treturn;\r\n\t\t\t\t\t});\r\n\t\t\t\t});\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<\/script>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<script>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\tjQuery(window).ready(function () {\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\/\/ We need timeout because the content must be rendered and interpreted on client\r\n\t\t\t\t\tsetTimeout(function () {\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tvar $content = jQuery('body').find('#tdc-live-iframe'),\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\trefWindow = undefined;\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tif ($content.length) {\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$content = $content.contents();\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\trefWindow = document.getElementById('tdc-live-iframe').contentWindow || document.getElementById('tdc-live-iframe').contentDocument;\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t} else {\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$content = jQuery('body');\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\trefWindow = window;\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t}\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t$content.find('#td_uid_1_6a815a187647b .td-element-style').each(function (index, element) {\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(element).css('opacity', 1);\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\treturn;\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t});\r\n\t\t\t\t\t});\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t}, 200);\r\n\t\t\t<\/script>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<div id=\"td_uid_4_6a815a1876b81\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row td_uid_4_6a815a1876b85_rand  wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column td_uid_5_6a815a1876da7_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">[vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;General Information&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1468834168117-40296422-027f&#8221;]<div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_6_6a815a1876f5e_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_7_6a815a1877057_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_8_6a815a1877128_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_8_6a815a1877128\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Basics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_9_6a815a18787a5_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_10_6a815a1878841_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_10_6a815a1878841\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>In Brazil you should drive on the right-hand side of the road. Distances and speeds are measured in kilometers. To covert miles into kilometers you multiply by eight and then divide by five. For example, 50 mph is 80 km\/h.<\/p>\n<p>Portuguese is the official spoken language of Brazil and the currency is the Brazilian Real.<\/p>\n<p>Brazil is a vast country and, as such, the climate varies greatly.<\/p>\n<p>The Visit Brazil website states that the average annual temperature is 28\u00b0 C in the North and 20\u00b0 C in the South of the country.<\/p>\n<p>Brazilian winter runs from June to September, with temperatures decreasing to less than 0\u00b0 C in some cities of the South and Southeast. In summer, temperatures can reach around 40\u00b0 C in cities such as Rio de Janeiro.<\/p>\n<p>Summer: from the 21st of December to the 21st of March.<br \/>\nAutumn: from the 21st of March to the 21st of June.<br \/>\nWinter: from the 21st of June to the 23rd of September.<br \/>\nSpring: from the 23rd of September to the 21st of December.<br \/>\n*From Visit Brazil<\/p>\n<p>The Brazilian road network is one of the largest in the world. However, the majority of the network is unpaved.<\/p>\n<p>The World Health Organization estimated that there were 46,935 road traffic fatalities in Brazil in 2013 and estimated that the death rate per 100,000 population was 23.4.<\/p>\n<p>When visiting big cities such as Rio de Janeiro the general \u2018dress code\u2019 is smart casual, bright and flattering clothing. Throughout the country, people generally maintain a tidy appearance, including shoes and hair. Colorful, casual, lightweight clothing is recommended. Because of the climate, business men may typically wear just a shirt and pants (trousers) while women may typically wear pants (trousers) or a skirt with a blouse, or a dress.<\/p>\n<p>Due to its tropical climate, occasional tropical diseases are reported in Brazil. Depending on where you plan to travel it may be advisable to have a vaccination(s) before your trip (consult your GP well before you travel). Many tropical diseases are passed by mosquitos so always use a good repellant.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_11_6a815a1878ad3_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_12_6a815a1878b29_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_13_6a815a1878b45_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_14_6a815a1878ba0_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_15_6a815a1878bee_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_15_6a815a1878bee\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Time Zones<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_16_6a815a1878de7_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_17_6a815a1878e5f_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_17_6a815a1878e5f\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>There are four time zones in Brazil. These are Brasilia time +1 (UTC-2), Brasilia time (UTC-3), Brasilia time -1 (UTC-4) and Brasilia time -2 (UTC-5).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_18_6a815a1879032_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_19_6a815a1879071_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_20_6a815a1879086_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_21_6a815a18790d7_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_22_6a815a1879116_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_22_6a815a1879116\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Speed Limits<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_23_6a815a187930f_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_24_6a815a1879363_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_24_6a815a1879363\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Unless otherwise posted the speed limits on roads in Brazil are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>60 km\/h in urban areas<\/li>\n<li>80km\/h on rural roads<\/li>\n<li>120km\/h on major highways<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Always look out for road signs indicating a different speed limit in force. Speed limits are maximum speeds in ideal conditions. Always drive at a speed to suit the conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_25_6a815a1879544_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_26_6a815a1879582_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_27_6a815a1879599_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_28_6a815a18795e6_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_29_6a815a1879667_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_29_6a815a1879667\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Fuel<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_30_6a815a187987e_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_31_6a815a18798c1_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_31_6a815a18798c1\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Five types of fuel are common in Brazil. These are gasoline, gasoline with additives, ethanol, natural gas and diesel.<\/p>\n<p>Fuel stations are plentiful, especially along the major highways. If planning to travel in more remote areas or through the rainforest, it is advisable to refill with fuel whenever you can.<\/p>\n<p>Many fuel stations have gas attendants to fill up your vehicle; these are usually given a tip for their service. Many gas stations also have convenience stores and public toilets.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_32_6a815a1879aa2_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_33_6a815a1879adc_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_34_6a815a1879aef_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_35_6a815a1879b3b_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_36_6a815a1879b80_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_36_6a815a1879b80\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Breakdown Assistance<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_37_6a815a1879d21_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_38_6a815a1879d64_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_38_6a815a1879d64\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>If your hire vehicle breaks down in Brazil, you should follow the procedure described by your rental company.<\/p>\n<p>If you are a member of an Automobile Association in your own country, it is worth checking before you travel whether you have cover in Brazil.<\/p>\n<p>Roadside assistance is provided on an informal basis through local mechanics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_39_6a815a1879f35_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_40_6a815a1879f78_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_41_6a815a1879f8b_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_42_6a815a1879fd5_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_43_6a815a187a010_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_43_6a815a187a010\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Tolls<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_44_6a815a187a1e1_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_45_6a815a187a224_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_45_6a815a187a224\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>There are many toll roads in Brazil. You will need to pay the toll at a toll booth or toll plaza. Payment can usually be made in cash or by credit card (cash is recommended).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_46_6a815a187a3be_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_47_6a815a187a3f4_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_48_6a815a187a406_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_49_6a815a187a44e_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_50_6a815a187a489_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_50_6a815a187a489\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>License and Documentation<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_51_6a815a187a661_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_52_6a815a187a6a2_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_52_6a815a187a6a2\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Visitors may drive for up to 180 days provided they have a valid driving license from their own country and an International Driving Permit. Visitors wishing to drive for more than 180 days are required to obtain an additional permit.<\/p>\n<p>You need to carry your driving license and International Driving permit, a valid registration for the vehicle you are driving, road tax documents and proof of insurance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_53_6a815a187a847_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_54_6a815a187a87e_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_55_6a815a187a89a_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_56_6a815a187a8e3_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_57_6a815a187a924_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_57_6a815a187a924\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Wildlife<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_58_6a815a187ab1e_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_59_6a815a187ab5e_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_59_6a815a187ab5e\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>It is common to encounter farm animals when driving in Brazil. There are also many stray animals, particularly in cities, so be prepared for animals running into the road. Always drive cautiously, especially when your view of the road ahead is restricted.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_empty_space td_block_wrap vc_empty_space td_uid_60_6a815a187acf7_rand \"  style=\"height: 1px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Road Signs&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1468834168206-a8c164e9-f37c&#8221;]<div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_61_6a815a187ad39_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_62_6a815a187adf4_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_63_6a815a187ae37_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_63_6a815a187ae37\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>General<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_64_6a815a187b024_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_65_6a815a187b065_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_65_6a815a187b065\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>The road signs in Brazil are strongly based on the US Department of Transportation standard designs, but with Portuguese text. Regulatory, prohibitory and mandatory signs are all white circles with red borders (with the exception of \u2018stop\u2019 which is an octagon shape and \u2018yield\u2019 which is a triangle). Warning signs are yellow diamonds and warnings signs at road works are orange diamonds.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Car Hire&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1468834246717-f5b68949-c52a&#8221;]<div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_66_6a815a187b26a_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_67_6a815a187b2b9_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_68_6a815a187b2fe_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_68_6a815a187b2fe\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>General<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_69_6a815a187b4e5_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_70_6a815a187b524_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_70_6a815a187b524\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Many international cars hire companies operate in Brazil although their locations tend to be restricted to major cities and airports. There will usually be at least one English speaker in each rental location.<\/p>\n<p>You can find details on how to book a rental vehicle through their respective web sites. It is recommended that you book your car rental in advance of your travel as this guarantees a vehicle being available and will generally save money.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_71_6a815a187b737_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_72_6a815a187b74e_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_73_6a815a187b797_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_74_6a815a187b7d4_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_74_6a815a187b7d4\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_75_6a815a187b9ba_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_76_6a815a187b9fa_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_76_6a815a187b9fa\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>In order to hire a vehicle, you will require a driving license issued by your country of residence and an International Driving Permit. In many instances you will need to be at least 21 to hire a car. Some locations may permit younger drivers in exchange for an additional fee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_77_6a815a187bbaa_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_78_6a815a187bbc7_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_79_6a815a187bc10_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_80_6a815a187bc4a_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_80_6a815a187bc4a\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Payment<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_81_6a815a187be39_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_82_6a815a187be7d_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_82_6a815a187be7d\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>When hiring a car, you will be required to provide a credit card for payment. Checks, cash and debit cards are not generally accepted as any charges relating to your use of the vehicle such as parking or speeding fines can be charged to the credit card.<\/p>\n<p>Often the price quoted for hiring a vehicle won\u2019t include all applicable taxes or insurance waivers. You will usually have the option of paying extra to reduce the amount payable by you should you be involved in a collision. Always ask when hiring a vehicle what the total costs will be.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the charges for renting the vehicle you will also be required to submit a security deposit in the form of a \u2018hold\u2019 on an amount of money on your credit card.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_83_6a815a187c045_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_84_6a815a187c05b_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_85_6a815a187c0a8_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_86_6a815a187c10c_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_86_6a815a187c10c\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Driving a Manual \/ Stick-Shift<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_87_6a815a187c2db_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_88_6a815a187c319_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_88_6a815a187c319\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>The majority of cars available for hire will have a manual transmission, although in many locations automatic transmission cars are available for a higher fee. If you do not have experience of driving a manual transmission, Brazil is not the place to learn. It is advised that you pay the extra for the automatic.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Selected Rules of the Road&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1468834272419-86717545-a0e3&#8243;]<div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_89_6a815a187c50a_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_90_6a815a187c55f_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_91_6a815a187c59c_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_91_6a815a187c59c\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>General<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_92_6a815a187c763_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_93_6a815a187c7a4_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_93_6a815a187c7a4\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Brazil has a Lei Seca (\u2018Dry Law\u2019) for drinking and driving. Drivers with any measurable amount of alcohol in their system are in violation of the law. Law enforcement is strict and roadblocks are routinely set up by the police to administer breathalyzer tests. Drivers will be selected at random and asked to exit their vehicles to perform a test. As well as legal penalties, drivers who fail tests will have their cars impounded.<\/p>\n<p>When driving in Brazil you should carry a fire extinguisher and first aid kit.<\/p>\n<p>It is not considered safe to park on-street in Brazil due to the high number of thefts from vehicles. If you have no option but to leave your car on the street make sure all valuables are removed from your vehicle, all doors and locked and additional safety devices (such as alarm\/ steering lock) are used if possible. It is recommended that you use a secure parking lot such as a paid parking facility or hotel parking.<\/p>\n<p>Look out for \u2018flanelinhas\u2019 operating in Brazil. Usually male, these people offer to help drivers find places to park and look after their cars for them. The activity is illegal but enforcement is low. Flanelinhas will charge people as soon as they leave their car, and non-payers have been known to have their tires or cars damaged. Some flanelinhas even ask drivers to leave their keys with them. Avoiding the situation completely is recommended.<\/p>\n<p>All vehicle occupants must wear seat belts.<\/p>\n<p>Car seats are required for all children under the age of 7\u00bd. Between 7\u00bd and 10 children must not ride in the front seat. They must be seated in the back seat wearing a seat belt.<\/p>\n<p>Hand-held mobile phones are prohibited while driving.<\/p>\n<p>Right turns at red lights are not permitted unless otherwise indicated by a sign reading \u2018livre a direita\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers must yield right of way to cars on their right. Many drivers treat stop signs as yield signs.<\/p>\n<p>Be particularly cautious when travelling close to trucks in Brazil, there is potential for drivers to be tired.<\/p>\n<p>School times are staggered in Brazil \u2013 some public high schools have classes in the morning, afternoon and evening, so the streets can be full of children on their way to and from school four times a day. Police officers sometimes act as crossing guards.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers sometimes flash lights or wave a hand out of a window to signal other drivers to slow down.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Driving Culture&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1468834292083-bd50d266-4d29&#8243;]<div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_94_6a815a187c999_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_95_6a815a187c9e4_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_96_6a815a187ca1e_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_96_6a815a187ca1e\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>General<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_97_6a815a187cbca_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_98_6a815a187cc07_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_98_6a815a187cc07\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Driving in Brazil can be quite an experience. Urban streets can be very busy with pedestrians, who may not always cross at designated crossings. Pedestrians often run part-way across the road and wait in the center until the opposite carriageway is clear. If you see a pedestrian waiting in the middle of the road, away from a crossing area, it is not common practice to stop to allow them to cross. Doing so could cause a collision as local drivers are not used to this.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_99_6a815a187cddd_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_100_6a815a187cdf2_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_101_6a815a187ce50_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_102_6a815a187ce93_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_102_6a815a187ce93\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Drivers<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_103_6a815a187d041_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_104_6a815a187d07e_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_104_6a815a187d07e\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>It is common to witness dangerous driving habits, such as tailgating and road rage.<\/p>\n<p>Motorcycle riders often weave through traffic when it is at a standstill, or even when it is moving at regular speed. Always use indicator turn lights and caution when changing lanes.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers sometimes use indicators to signal whether it is safe to pass \u2013 left means it is unsafe, right means it is safe.<\/p>\n<p>Headlights are often used by locals to indicate danger or an incident ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t be surprised if you see drivers running red lights at night in major cities. This is generally tolerated due to the high incidence of car-jacking and robberies.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers do not always use mirrors and indicators, so be prepared for vehicles turning without giving prior notice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Personal Security&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1468834309964-68db10a1-feae&#8221;]<div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_105_6a815a187d265_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_106_6a815a187d2af_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_107_6a815a187d2eb_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_107_6a815a187d2eb\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>General<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_108_6a815a187d4ba_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_109_6a815a187d4fc_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_109_6a815a187d4fc\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>The crime rate is high in Brazil. The highest crime rates occur on public transportation, in hotel sectors and in tourist areas. Rio de Janeiro experiences high incidences of crime, including armed robberies. Tourists are particularly vulnerable to street thefts and robberies in the evening and night, especially in areas close to major tourist attractions. If a robbery attempt occurs, do not resist but instead relinquish your personal belongings. Remain vigilant at all times and pay close attention to your surroundings.<\/p>\n<p>To maximize your safety, you should avoid driving at night if possible. If driving at night is unavoidable remember it is acceptable to run red lights if you feel your safety is at risk.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_110_6a815a187d6b9_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_111_6a815a187d6ce_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_112_6a815a187d716_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_113_6a815a187d750_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_113_6a815a187d750\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Always Lock Your Vehicle<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_114_6a815a187d91b_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_115_6a815a187d958_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_115_6a815a187d958\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Always lock your car, even when leaving your vehicle unattended for a few seconds. Never place items of value in your car and then leave it unattended. You never know who is watching. If you have to leave something of value in your vehicle make sure it is in the trunk.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_116_6a815a187db23_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_117_6a815a187db38_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_118_6a815a187db7f_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_119_6a815a187dbdf_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_119_6a815a187dbdf\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Never Leave Items on Display<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_120_6a815a187ddb2_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_121_6a815a187ddf7_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_121_6a815a187ddf7\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Never leave anything to do with work in an unattended vehicle, industrial espionage is a thriving business! Always engage your steering lock before leaving your vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_122_6a815a187df9e_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_123_6a815a187dfb3_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_124_6a815a187dfff_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_125_6a815a187e064_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_125_6a815a187e064\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Drive With Your Windows Closed and Doors Locked<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_126_6a815a187e23e_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_127_6a815a187e27c_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_127_6a815a187e27c\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Always remove the key from the ignition when paying for fuel at a garage. Always drive with your doors locked and windows shut. In the event you are attacked follow the car-jackers\u2019 instructions to the letter &#8211; it may save your life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_128_6a815a187e44a_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_129_6a815a187e460_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_130_6a815a187e4ab_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_131_6a815a187e4e7_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_131_6a815a187e4e7\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Parking Safely<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_132_6a815a187e71d_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_133_6a815a187e771_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_133_6a815a187e771\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Always try to park away from places that could hide potential attackers. If possible, avoid unattended parking lots and those situated away from main roads where the streets are likely to be quieter.<\/p>\n<p>When parking at night choose a well-lit area. You will be able to see your vehicle clearly and have a better chance of seeing anyone who is hanging around.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_134_6a815a187e9e7_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_135_6a815a187ea02_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_136_6a815a187ea63_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_137_6a815a187eab4_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_137_6a815a187eab4\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Keep People Informed<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_138_6a815a187ed1f_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_139_6a815a187ed82_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_139_6a815a187ed82\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>When traveling in a foreign country you should provide someone in your native office with an itinerary for your day so that they know where you plan to be at all times. You should also furnish them with your cell\/ telephone number and the number of each of your planned destinations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_140_6a815a187efb7_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_141_6a815a187effb_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_142_6a815a187f04d_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_143_6a815a187f089_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_143_6a815a187f089\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Report an Incident<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_144_6a815a187f246_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_145_6a815a187f283_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_145_6a815a187f283\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>The Mobile Emergency Service number is 192 and the State Highway Police number is 198. The police number is 190.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Your Actions&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1468834330304-4ef1ee79-05f7&#8243;]<div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_146_6a815a187f45c_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_147_6a815a187f4ad_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_148_6a815a187f4ed_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_148_6a815a187f4ed\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Fatigue<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_149_6a815a187f69f_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_150_6a815a187f706_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_150_6a815a187f706\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>You must take a break every two hours or sooner if you feel sleepy. Stop for at least 15 minutes and take a 10-minute snooze. Having a coffee or energy drink before your sleep can help you be more alert when you wake up <strong>(this is NOT a substitute for a good night&#8217;s sleep)<\/strong>. Only continue your journey if you feel alert after your sleep.<\/p>\n<p>Ensure that you get a good night&#8217;s sleep before making any long journey. If you are tired, do not drive.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_151_6a815a187f93f_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_152_6a815a187f956_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_153_6a815a187f9a2_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_154_6a815a187f9e0_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_154_6a815a187f9e0\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Speeding<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_155_6a815a187fbf8_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_156_6a815a187fc3d_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_156_6a815a187fc3d\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>You must always abide by the speed limit.<\/p>\n<p>In towns and built up areas, slow down to 20mph\/32km\/h or below where appropriate &#8211; e.g. in heavily-built up areas or during school leaving times.<\/p>\n<p>On rural roads, slow down for curves and avoid passing \/ overtaking.<\/p>\n<p>Ensure that you maintain at least a two-second gap between your vehicle and the vehicle in front. This is your braking distance in a crisis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_157_6a815a187fe05_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_158_6a815a187fe56_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_159_6a815a187fea0_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_160_6a815a187fedc_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_160_6a815a187fedc\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Distractions<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_161_6a815a18800d5_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_162_6a815a1880122_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_162_6a815a1880122\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>You should not eat or drink on the move, reaching over for a sandwich or opening a drink will distract your attention from the road.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid in depth conversations with passengers, it is vital that you maintain your concentration on the road ahead.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_163_6a815a18802eb_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_164_6a815a1880302_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_165_6a815a188038c_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_166_6a815a18803cd_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_166_6a815a18803cd\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Alcohol and Drug Use<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_167_6a815a1880581_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_168_6a815a18805c0_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_168_6a815a18805c0\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>You must never drive if you have consumed alcohol or taken illegal drugs. Always check the label of prescription drugs for fatigue related side-effects.<\/p>\n<p>The evening before you drive you MUST NOT consume more than the legal limit of alcohol.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_169_6a815a1880784_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_170_6a815a18807a0_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_171_6a815a18807e8_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_172_6a815a1880822_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_172_6a815a1880822\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Eyesight<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_173_6a815a18809c3_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_174_6a815a18809ff_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_174_6a815a18809ff\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>You must be able to read a number plate at 65 feet and have a good field of vision (120 degrees) if you plan to drive.<\/p>\n<p>Ensure that you have your eyes tested every two years or sooner if you feel your vision has deteriorated.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper td_block_separator td_block_wrap vc_separator td_uid_175_6a815a1880bca_rand  td_separator_dashed td_separator_center\"><span style=\"border-color:sky;border-width:1px;width:100%;\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"vc_row_inner td_uid_176_6a815a1880bdf_rand  vc_row vc_inner wpb_row td-pb-row\" ><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_177_6a815a1880c2b_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_178_6a815a1880c67_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_178_6a815a1880c67\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p><strong>Stress<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_column_inner td_uid_179_6a815a1880e05_rand  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-inner-column td-pb-span9\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper wpb_text_column td_block_wrap td_block_wrap vc_column_text td_uid_180_6a815a1880e42_rand  td-pb-border-top td_block_template_9\"  data-td-block-uid=\"td_uid_180_6a815a1880e42\" \"><div class=\"td-block-title-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"td-fix-index\"><p>Never drive if you are highly stressed. 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