The driver's license is issued by an agency of the local police department. This may seem quite a hassle, but once you've weathered the storm you'll have a license that's good for life. The new or used car dealer from whom the car was purchased will usually handle the registration. The vehicle must also pass a safety inspection. Cars that were purchased new must be inspected after three years, and thereafter all cars must be inspected at two-year intervals.
Laws governing the condition of cars and motorcycles are strict.
The engine, chassis, frame and all other components, including brakes, tires, horn, wheel alignment, windshield, lights and mirrors will be checked. Vehicles that fail inspection usually do so because of rust or faulty lights, exhaust, brakes or tires. The basic rule is that if an item is mounted on the vehicle, it must function and be completely serviceable even if not essential to operation. The shipment of an American vehicle from the states is not recommended. Expensive conversions, some involving the catalytic converter, must be made.