Our Vehicles
- Tank at drop-off
Befor returning the car remember to fill up the tank. Otherwise you will be charged for it. Make sure to fill up with the coright fuel type. - Gas stations
There are plenty of petrol stations across the country. The only part of Iceland with NO gas pumps will be Highlands area. Most of the them are self-service so make sure your card has a 4-digit PIN code. - Tire change
In the event of a puncture, use the kit to replace the tire. Make sure to not insert more than 2,6 bars if adjustment needed. - Parking in narrow spaces
Make sure you have enough room to open the door when parking to avoid dentsscratches. - Seat belts
Seat belts are amndatory in Iceland for both drivers and all of the passengers. Children must use appropriate child safety seat or booster seat, depending on their age and size. - Headlights
Mandatory to use while driving at all time, regardless ofof a time of day, all year long. - Phone usage
Hands-free devices usage is permitted while driving. - Alcohol and drugs
Zero-tolerance policy for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugsin accordance with Icelandic reguations. - Smoking
Smoking in the rental cars is strictly forbidden.
Summer driving
- Rivers
Crossing rivers is not allowed and not insured by rental company, so it`s at your risk. - F-roads
Type of a road runs through the highlands or mountainous regions. Open during summer ONLY for 4×4 cars. Due to the difficulty level and weather conditions should be only attemped by experienced drivers. River crossings are common on F-roads. Make sure to check which are permitted by you rental comapany. - Camping
Most campsites in iceland are open from May to Septmber and located near popular tourist destinations. Wild camping is strictly forbidden. It is also important to ask for the permission befro campig on privet land. - Long day
Driving in Iceland can be tiring. Even thought the day is long, take breaks to rest especially if you are covering long distance.
Winter Driving
- Road conditions
Iceland`s weather can be unpredictable and raod conditions can change quickly. Check the weather forcast regularly and plan your road accordingly. Some roads might be closed due to the bad weather conditions, check it before heading out on www.road.is. - Icy roads
During winter roads might be coverd with ice, snow or black ice. It`s important to take extra precautions to ensure your safety ond safety of others. Increase following distance , reduce your speed and avoid sudden breaking. - Remove snow
Before driving clear all snow and ice from your windows, mirrors, headlights and roof. Make sure your windshields wipers are clear and in good condition.
The roads
- Off-road
Off-road driving is illegal except specially designated areas and can result in fines and penalties. - Gravel raods
Common particularly in rural areas and the highlands. Can be rough and bumpy, so slow down to avoid flat tire and gravel projection. In wet conditions might become slippery. Stay in the middle of the road to away from the loose shoulders and be especially careful when passing another vehicle. - Blind hills
Places with limited visibility indicated by warning signs. keep to the right side of the road to allow oncomimg traffic to pass safely. - One-lane bridges
Bridges in rural ares designed to allow traffic to cross in one direction at a time. the vehicle closest to the bridge has right of way. - Animals on the road
Sheeps can be commonly found on the road in the summer season. slow donw nad give then plenty of space to move out of the way. - Roundabouts
In two-lane roundabouts, the traffic in inner lane ALWAYS has right of way over traffic on the outer lane. The exception in the passage of emergency vehicles. - Road conditions
The actual road situation and alerts can be found on the Public Road Administration website www.road.is. - Speed limit
On paved road is generally 50 km/h in urban areas and 90 km/h outside urban areas and 80 km/h on gravel roads. Pay attention to signs and adjust speed. Icelandic Police enforce speed limits and conduct checks using radar equipment and speed cameras. The fines for speeding in Iceland can be quite expensive and reach 3200 EUR. - Stopping the car
Stopping on the road or shoulder can be dangerous to you and others. Make sure to use specially designated areas. - Suggested speed limits
Blue square signs with white numerals are advisory speed limits. It can be found in places with limited visibility considered as dangerous. It is not mandatory to follow, but remember that it is not there for nothing.
Road Signs
In case of EMERGENCY
National emergency phone number is 112 if assistance of Ambulance or Police is requied.
In case of ACCIDENT
Ensure safety and fill out accident report.
