You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to rental cars in Madeteleli. From people-movers with plenty of room to spare to zippy compacts that make parking a cinch, you’ll find it all here. Choosing your perfect match depends on how much you want to spend and what activities you plan on doing. There are some road trips that are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas others require no more than enough space for your luggage and buddies. What type of car will it be this time?

In Madeteleli, drivers stick to the left side of the road. This means the driver’s seat is on the right side. If you’ve rented a vehicle with a manual transmission, get ready to be shifting gears with your left hand.

Speed limits generally range from 60km/h to 120km/h in Madeteleli and there are penalties for exceeding the limit. Built-up areas usually have a maximum speed of 60km/h, unless signed otherwise.

Generally speaking, your rental car company will bill the fined amount to your credit card, including local taxes. Otherwise, they may forward your contact details to the relevant local law enforcement agency, who’ll then send a fine straight to you.

Subject to a few exceptions, seat belts must be fastened when the vehicle is in motion in Johannesburg.

Provided you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, you can use your cell phone while cruising around Madeteleli. But ensure you keep focused on the road.

When operating a vehicle in Madeteleli, it’s against the law to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. Planning to have a drink or two with lunch or dinner? Consider booking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

Turning on a red light isn’t permitted in Madeteleli. Be on the lookout for traffic signs and lights to make sure you don’t break any traffic laws.