I. We ask you to pay attention to some differences in traffic rules of Russia and the United States that exist today: In the United States the right turns allowed at a red light (except for the City of New York). In Russia, you have a right to turn on a green light only; or the red light on the main section and the green arrow pointing the right turn in the additional section; In the US, the flashing green arrow to the left means that you can turn to the left, allowing the right of way to all the vehicles, that move straight in opposite direction; constantly burning green arrow indicates that oncoming traffic lights red. In Russia, constantly burning green arrow during the red light on the main section tells you that you can make a turn only after you give way to the vehicles who are moving straight in opposite direction, (they have green light at the main section at this moment) and / or pedestrians crossing the road with allowing traffic light. If the main section has a green light, as well as an arrow, then you can move giving the right of way to pedestrians only, the rest of the vehicles moving in the opposite direction having the red light; In the US, a single and a double solid lines is possible to cross while you driving to the courtyard or turning to the local streets; in some cases it could be a U-turn, but for this action there are certain limitations prescribed. In Russia, - a single solid line could be crossed only if it is located at the right of of the vehicle (for example, temporary move to the right shoulder of the road on the highway). The double solid line in Russia is forbidden to cross in all situations.
4 In the US, the color marking indicates that this marking axial or not - in the middle of the road marking is yellow; at the edges - white; markings may be replaced with reflectors of the respective colors. In Russia, the permanent markings - mostly white, yellow is used in places for public transport and taxis, as well as in places where it is forbidden to stop / parking; Temporary road markings is always orange; vertical elements of road constructions (columns, bridge supports, etc.) also have orange and black coloring; 5 In the US, many cities in the street have a backup traffic lane marked by a broken markup - it is not intended for a linear motion and can be used only for left turns or coming out of the yard. In Russia, there are no such lanes, but in big cities, usually, there are only lanes for the public transport, it is marked with the letter «A»; 6 In the US, the term «a hindrance on the right» does not always and not everywhere works and it is essential mostly on unregulated intersections. In Russia, the «a hindrance on the right «must be considered when you crossing unregulated intersection as well as during the mutual maneuvering on the road (while you driving straight);
7 In the US, if at intersections are installed flashing lights, they talk about the priority: flashing red - you give the right of way; flashing yellow you have a right of way; in the case where the flashing red lights in all directions, the intersection operates as if it is in all directions were signs - «STOP». In Russia, the blinking traffic lights speak only of coming switching light at the traffic lights; Only the flashing yellow that traffic lights is out of service; 8 In the US, the color of the curb tells you about whether you can park here and to whom it is permitted; In Russia, the bar is yellow indicates that there is forbidden to stop; dotted yellow stripe - parking is forbidden; 9 In the US, if you see a police car behind you with included flashing light - this most likely mean that they want to talk to you; then you have to be safely move down to the right side of the road and stop (do not go out of the car!), the police will not to overtake you. In Russia, you must give way to special-purpose vehicles with included flashing blue signal and siren; when referring to you enabled flashing signals of blue and red, you must take to the right and stop; 0 In the United States closely follow the text signs - here they are often longer important information than all the other signs. In Russia, most of the text signs are informative meaning, everything important is duplicated by traffic signs; In the US, the distance in miles, feet, inches; In Russia - in meters and kilometers.
II. What motorists should know before go onto the road in Russia: Driving is allowed on the right side of the road only; Wearing of seat belts is mandatory in both front and back seats; Dipped headlights must be used during the day as well; III. What to Carry in the Car Drivers must carry at all times the originals of all the documents below: Passport including a valid visa Migration card Valid driving license Insurance policy Car registration paper IV. Speed Limits Inside towns speed is limited to 60 km / h (if no other signs limiting the speed), 90 km / h out of settlements, and 0 km / h on the highways. Speed of movement within the neighborhoods (in yards, residential areas, etc.) - 0 km / h. V. Police Checks According to Russian law, traffic police have a right to stop a vehicle at any time and for any reason, for a road check. The driver is not obliged to exit the vehicle, but their documents and the papers of the car must be shown. The police may issue a ticket for a fine and take your the driving license, but the driver s identity papers and the vehicle papers should be returned.
VI. Additional information that is necessary to consider by any driver traveling by Russian roads: In Russia, in order to say «thank you» for a short time, the drivers turn on emergency lights; In Russia, the flashing lights of oncoming cars on the road means that you are approaching a place where the traffic police controls over speed traffic ; In Russia, despite of the current rules on the road when changing lanes in heavy traffic drivers often use the rule «to pass after one»: the machine move one by one regardless of priority specified signs and markings. This is - a manifestation of courtesy to the needs of other road users. 4 If you need to urgently change lines in heavy traffic: stop and turn on the turning signal. However, make sure that the other driver is giving you way! We wish you a safe and enjoyable driving on the Russian roads! Sincerely Yours HOTLINE Team