Left-Hand Traffic
In South Africa, driving is on the left. For Germans, the biggest adjustment when driving yourself. The most important tips can be found in → Chap. Arrival: Rental Car & Left-Hand Traffic.
Summary
- Book automatic — shifting with the right hand in left-hand traffic is a recipe for mistakes
- Roundabout = clockwise
- Overtaking = right
- 4-Way-Stop: First come, first served. When in doubt: hand signal, smile, go.
- Minibus Taxis: The white Toyota minibuses stop and go as they please. Keep your distance and be defensive!
- Speed: 60 km/h in urban areas, 100 km/h on rural roads, 120 km/h on highways. There are plenty of speed cameras.
