Title: Driving in Ireland: What You Need to Know
Headings: Driving in Ireland
Driving in Ireland
Driving Requirements
Checklist for Driving in Ireland:
Rules of the Road
Automatic vs. Stick Shift Driving
Should You Rent a Car in Ireland?

Content: In the last 20 years, the roads in the Republic of Ireland have improved dramatically and there are many new, high-speed motorway options for covering long distances. However, Ireland is largely a rural country, and rural traffic is the norm. Expect large, and slow pieces of farm machinery around every corner, particularly from March to October. Also be prepared for wildlife and pets to suddenly cross the road, and know that you might come around a curve to find cows or (especially) sheep resting right in the middle of the pavement. Finally, remember that the traffic laws will differ slightly depending on if you are driving in the Republic of Ireland or in Northern Ireland, which are two different countries. Speed limits: In the Republic of Ireland, the speed limits are: 50 kph (30 mph) in urban areas; 80kph (50 mph) on single open roads; 100kph (60 mph) on national roads (marked by a green sign);