Traditions on the British roads

1. The British  drive on the left-hand side of the road.
2. Taking the left-hand side on the road goes back centries when people used to carry swords, most often in their right hand.
3. The steering wheel is on the right, but the pedals are in the same position as in left-handed cars.
4. The gears and almost always the handbrake are opereted with the left hand.
5. Most modern cars are with an automatic gearbox, there are not many cars with a manual gearbox.
6. Petrol and diesel are among the most expensive in the world.
7. The wearing of front seat belt is mandatory.
8. The minimum age for driving a car in the UK is 17.
9. The minimum age for driving a moped or motorbike is 16.
10. On motorways and dual carriageways drivers can drive cars at a speed of 70 mph or 112 km/h.
11. Drivers can drive cars at a speed of 60 mph or 96 km/h on single carriageway roads.
12. In built up areas drivers can drive cars at a speed of 30 mph or 48 km/h.
13. In residential areas drivers can drive cars at a speed of 20 mph or 35 km/h.
14. All speed limits and distances are given on signs in miles or miles per hour.