How not to annoy the locals - Infographic

Have you ever had any dilemmas about driving in Europe? Drinking alcohol when driving is absolutely out of question, but, how about drinking water? Smoking can be overlooked as a social cultural trait in Greece, but is it allowed to smoke there when at the wheel? The old saying "slowly but surely" may prove right in Finland, where in winter the speed limit drops by 20km/h on most motorways.

Auto Europe's "Driving on the continent guide" will equip you with useful and not so well-known information about driving in Europe! Before setting off on your dream holiday, be sure to check Auto Europe's unbeatable prices on car hire on the market, as well as thousands of car pick-up locations. Our reservation agents will be happy to assist you with your booking over a free telephone line, or, alternatively, you can book a car rental online through our user-friendly booking engine.

Picture it. Blue sky. An ever blue-er sea. The open road in front of you. OK, now take that, and add a lot of very angry European drivers beeping at you because you're careening towards them on the right side of the road. Driving on the continent is nearly always a pleasurable experience, but our handy guide will help you to avoid annoying local drivers, while still getting the most out of your vacation.

1. France
In France, always keep a breathalyser in your car, as it is illegal to travel without one.

2. Finland
Between October and March the speed limit in Finland drops 20km/h on most motorways.

3. Poland
Make sure not to drink anything before driving in Poland, which has a blood alcohol limit around a quarter of that in the UK.

4. Iceland
In Iceland it is illegal for cars to move outside of a road's white lines. This is part of an effort to protect the island's plant life.

5. Cyprus
Drinking anything while driving is illegal in Cyprus. Not just alcohol - anything. Yes, even water.

6. Spain
If you have prescription glasses, you must carry a spare pair at all times while driving on the Spanish roads.

7. Austria
Special safety restrains are needed for all children under 14 being driven in Austria.

8. Estonia
You must carry two wheel chocks with you at all times to ensure a car can be stopped if it breaks down a slope in Estonia.

9. Greece
Smoking maybe common in Greece, but taking a drug behind the wheel is illegal in this country.