The streets are narrow, with many sharp bends and full of pedestrians in the towns. Outside the towns you have to look out for animals, potholes, sleeping policemen and police roadblocks. In wet weather, city streets and main highways all get clogged with traffic and become impassable. Haitians use their horns constantly to warn pedestrians of their approach. There are few signs.
Vehicles swerve unexpectedly to avoid potholes.
Cars often don t stop in an accident, so, to avoid paying the high insurance excess, keep a pen and paper handy to take down a number if necessary. Foreigners may use a national driving licence for 3 months, then a local permit is required. Hertz, T2620369. Check price quotes very carefully. Don t leave your passport as deposit. It charges according to the meter.