Be sure to check if you require to fill the tank full or to the same level as when you hired the car, otherwise you will have to pay a refueling fee. If you prefer automatic transmission, then you should book this in advance. The holder of an overseas driving licence may, for a period of up to one year, drive a motor vehicle in Britain. Visitors bringing their own cars from overseas require green-card insurance and the car registration documents. You are strongly avised not to drink and drive.
Penalties are severe.
Unmarked police cars and cameras are positioned on many roads. Many fuel stations throughout Scotland are open 24 hours a day and all with leaded and unleaded petrol and diesal. In remote areas, distances between stations are greater and opening hours may be shorter. Fuel is sold by the litre and the gallon. It is compulsory to wear seat belts, both front and rear.