Rental cars in Victoria from $52

If you’re going to Victoria for work-related reasons, there’s a good chance you’ll be visiting some business and convention centers. With your own set of wheels, you can relax knowing you’ll arrive on time. Here are some of the biggest and the best:

• Central Hall Westminster (0.6 miles away).
• Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre (0.6 miles away).
• Altitude 360 (1 mile away).

Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes finding the right car important. If you’re about to embark on an amazing road trip around Victoria, a roomy SUV could be a good choice. If you want a fantastic bargain and plan to stick to city driving, a budget compact is hard to beat. All you need to do is work out what will suit you best, round up the troops, and hit the highway.

The left-hand side is where you’ll be motoring along in Victoria. Be aware that the controls of your rental car here, like the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the other side of what you’re used to.

Speed limits typically range from 30mph to 70mph in Victoria and there are penalties for exceeding the limit. Residential areas usually have a maximum speed of 30mph, unless indicated otherwise.

More often than not, your rental company will charge the amount fined to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may share your contact information with local law enforcement agencies so they can issue a fine directly to you.

By law everyone must wear a seat belt. Although, there are a couple of exceptions for vehicles operated by public transportation systems.

It’s illegal to use your cell phone while driving in Victoria, and you may even be fined for just holding your phone if you’re in control of a vehicle. However, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as your eyes remain on the road.

While driving in Victoria, it’s illegal to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.08%. Thinking of having one or two drinks while you’re out? Consider using a ride-sharing service or taking a taxi.

Yes, you are allowed to turn on a red light in Victoria. But first you are required to stop the car completely. Move on only when you know the lane you are turning into is clear of approaching traffic.