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BRITS AMERICAN TOUR — Why Are American Driving Rules SO Confusing to Brits?
Driving in America looks familiar… until you discover the rules! Today we're exploring the American driving laws and road customs that can leave British visitors completely baffled.

Turning right on red? Four-way stops? Undertaking on multi-lane highways? School buses stopping traffic in BOTH directions? And that's before we even remember that Americans drive on the other side of the road!

As Brits, some American driving rules seem surprisingly convenient, while others take a little getting used to. Join us as we compare driving in the USA and UK, discover why the rules can vary between states, and find out which American road customs surprise us the most.

American drivers, what rule do British visitors struggle with most? And if you've driven in the UK, what British driving rule completely confused YOU? Let us know in the comments!

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20 Comments

@jamesdietrich8342 1 day ago

We drive on the right side of the road both figuratively and literally. lol

@SoonerIke19kilo 1 day ago

If you're getting passed on the right, you're in the wrong lane. Don't be a left lane Larry.

@stdominic33 1 day ago

Constant moaning seems to be the British way. I've driven on both sides of the pond. It's not brain surgery. :)

@KevinWynsma 22 hours ago

When i rent a car the first thing i do is figure out the lights, wipers etc before i even leave the car rental. Also which side the gas cap is on. Drive the same speed as everyone else and most other problems go away.

@jamesdietrich8342 1 day ago

The lady at 5 minute mark is talking about road rules and safety with a baby on her lap pulling her hair.

@garyi.1360 1 day ago

The fact that everyone said either, "I'm confused" or "I Don't Know" should say it's an educational thing and some more learning before attempting to drive would likely resolve the problems.

@ESUSAMEX 1 day ago

Driving rules differ in each state. Some states have speed cameras everywhere and in others speed cameras are illegal. When cameras are illegal, in order to get a speeding ticket, a cop must see you speeding with his or her own eyes.

90% of British rules and laws violate the US Constitution. Thus they are illegal in the US.

@LIL-MAN_the_OG 1 day ago (edited)

in America we over and undertake others at will because of all the other bad drivers who cant drive and often drive in the wrong lanes SLOWLY. AND most Americans use the speed limit as a suggestion because some places that post speed limits of 55-60 mph, you are literally not getting anywhere fast. Thats why some of us go 75-80 mph like its the Autobahn

@headlibrarian1996 1 day ago (edited)

Automatic headlights are fairly standard on recent model cars. Pretty much any car in a rental fleet will have them. They can be manually turned off so the light switch needs to be checked to make sure it’s in automatic mode.

@reddog000 1 day ago

Love you guys keep up the great work 👍

@accident12123 1 day ago

We measure distance in miles. But when you ask how far somewhere is, you asked how long will it take.

@harrystinefelt8765 1 day ago

Here's a novel idea, put down the phone and pay attention to where you're going and the road signs. Also, if you're driving in a place you've never been, get a map and familiarize yourself with the route. God forbid the car you rent isn't the same make or model as the one you own. Take a minute to familiarize yourself with the vehicle. I see a trend developing here! As for time vs miles. The same store one is 2 miles from my house the other 7; the closest one will take 30 minutes to get to vs 10ish. I couldn't care less about the distance.

@bobprivate8575 1 day ago

@0:15 You, sirs, are mistaken. It can be empirically proven that we drive on the right side of the road, and therefore you do not!

@tammierandall864 1 day ago

To use the carpool lane there must be at least 2 people in the car. If the driver is the only person in the car and you use the carpool lane you could get a ticket.

@GarahChan-dr1sf 1 day ago

Don't piss off American drivers by flashing you lights or honking the horn. Remember people have guns!!

@michaelvaristo989 1 day ago

I loved you term "Are you allowed to do that?" How trained are you?

@barrettolsen1622 1 day ago

Boston is particularly difficult with the big dig putting most highways underground. Underground being famous for its excellent cell/satellite service.

@fjacoba 1 day ago

How different people drive very much depends on where you’re from and where you are. I’ve been in downtown Atlanta where the speed limit is 55mph but if you’re not going 70mph you are in the way. Then you get in the countryside outside Atlanta where the speed limit is 70mph, you are going fast if you’re doing 75mph.

@Boroblueyes 1 day ago

At 4:58, most likely the car detailer inadvertently turned the lights off auto while cleaning the car.
It's been years since I've rented a vehicle that didn't have a GPS, maybe he rented a Yugo and was expecting a Cadillac.

@cheshirecat7849 19 hours ago (edited)

5:00 I just drove 5 hours from Dallas to San Antonio to go see Iron Maiden. After years of coming to DFW (the Dallas/Ft Worth Metroplex), they decided to go to the San Antonio Alamodome (named after The Alamo), which was sold out at about 70,000 people. While traveling down there, I stopped off at several Buc-ee's on the way and saw a lot of Iron Maiden t-shirts. I stayed overnight at a cheap motel near the venue off the highway for $45, and then drove back the next morning. Almost everyone at the motel was also there for the concert. Interestingly enough, there were others who traveled farther than me; some came from as far as Oklahoma and even Kansas. Funnily enough, it only took about one tank of gas each way (though I did top off several times just to be safe . . . never want to let it get near empty on the highway driving long distances).