Launceston Pickup Truck Hire

You'll be driving on the left-hand side of the road in Launceston. There are fixed and mobile speed traffic cameras all around the area, so sticking to the speed limit is essential. Limits are 50 kph in urban areas, 100 kph in rural areas, and 110 kph on highways. The blood alcohol limit for driving in Launceston is 0.05%. Anything over the limit is a serious offence. All passengers and the driver must have seat belts on while the car is moving, or individuals can face a fine.

The minimum age to hire a car is 21 in Australia, but with bigger vehicles like these, you'll need to be at least 23 years old. Drivers younger than 30 often need to pay an additional young driver's fee. Remember, utes are big heavy cars and require some experience to drive safely. When you collect your ute hire in Launceston, you'll need to produce a valid driver's license, a valid form of ID or your passport, and a credit card. When driving around Launceston, you'll need to have your license and ID in the car and proof of insurance.

You'll find parking on the street in the city centre, but parking a ute can sometimes be tricky, especially in the early morning and evenings when it's busy. If you're looking for on-street free parking outside these times, look on Paterson Street East, Paterson Street West and Elizabeth Street. If you are out of luck, you'll find parking spaces at 25 Earl Street Car Park and Quadrant Plaza for an hourly fee.

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