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· Any special requirements for driving in Norway?
· What should I know about Parking in Norway?
· How much does fuel cost in Norway?
· What is the speed limit on Norwegian Roads?
· What is the conversion for kph to mph?
· What is the alcohol limit in Norway?
· Are there any Toll roads in Norway?
· What are the seat belt regulations in Norway?
· What is the minimum age for driving in Norway?
· What documents may i need to carry?
· What terms may I find useful when driving in Norway?
· What number do I call for the emergency services in Norway?
Any special requirements for driving in Norway?
Norwegians drive on the right and overtake on the left. While driving in Norway headlights must remain on at all times. The roads are of high standard and they are well maintained, they also include international road signs that make it simple to get around.
Norwegian roads contain many roundabouts and it is advisable to know the procedure before you come to one: In a roundabout a car coming from your left has preference and must be allowed to go through first.
It is recommended that all vehicles are equipped with warning triangle, first aid kit and fire extinguisher.
If you are not used to driving in areas where ice and snow covers the road during a major portion of the winter, then you should exercise extreme caution while driving in Norway in the colder part of the year.
What should I know about Parking in Norway?
Parking restrictions are strict but clearly indicated.
Paid parking is common during weekdays along city streets as well as in many parking lots. The most common system used in Norway is the automated parking meter (P-automat). To use this system, first park your car, get out and purchase a parking ticket from the nearest P-automat (a grey, rectangular machine which accepts 1, 5, 10 and 20 kroner coins), display the ticket on the dashboard.
Parking garages (P-hus) are also common in cities, generally you take a ticket as you drive into the parking garage and pay at an automated machine or manned booth before you get in your car to drive out.
How much does fuel cost in Norway?
At the time of writing a litre of gasoline cost approximately NOK 10.99.
What is the speed limit on Norwegian Roads?
Speed limit on Motorway: 90kph/56mph
Speed limit in Towns: 50kph/31mph
Speed limit on Major roads: 80kph/50
Special rules apply when towing caravans or trailers. The maximum speed limit is then 80km/h. If the trailer weighs 300kg or more and lacks emergency brakes, the maximum limit is 60km/h.
What is the conversion for kph to mph?
1 mile=1.6 km 1 U.S.
1km=0.6 miles
What is the alcohol limit in Norway?
The blood/alcohol limit in Norway is 50mg. Driving while intoxicated carries jail penalties, with no exception for foreign drivers.
Are there any Toll roads in Norway?
Toll roads are predominately link roads to major towns. You will find toll roads around the major cities, and on the newer roads spread all around Norway.
Prices Vary according to vehicle and distance.
What are the seat belt regulations in Norway?
In Norway seat belts are compulsory Front and rear.
Children under 4 years old must travel in approved restraint
Children over 4 years old must travel in rear and be properly secured.
Failure to comply with these rules may result in a fine of 450 NOK.
What is the minimum age for driving in Norway?
The minimum driving age in Norway is 17.
What documents may i need to carry?
It is advisable to carry your driving license, insurance certificate and vehicle registration, along with your passport.
What terms may I find useful when driving in Norway?
Unleaded gasoline - blyfri bensin
Diesel - diesel
Toll - bomstasjon toll
Parking - parkering
Exit - utkjorsel
Entrance - innkjorsel
Detour - omkjonng
Hospital - sykehus
Police - politi
Police station - politistasjon
What number do I call for the emergency services in Norway?
Fire Service - 110
Police Service - 112
Ambulance Service - 113
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