Share the Road
- Look for and expect pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles at all times.
- Always yield to pedestrians and cyclists.
- Do the New York Twist: Reach with your far hand to open your door slowly, to avoid dooring a cyclist.
- Do not park or idle in bike lanes.
Once you're in the city, most people find that they don't need a car, because you can easily take taxis or the subway to get where you're going. Plus, the cost of parking your car adds up quickly, especially if you'll be visiting for several days.
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You can drive in New York State with a valid driver license from another state or country. You don't need to apply for a New York State driver license unless you become a New York State resident.
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Drivers going below the minimum speed can be charged with a moving violation for blocking or impeding traffic. In Nassau County, New York, for example, you could be fined almost $300 for driving too slowly.
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Drivers crossing through Manhattan's central business district will face a new toll beginning in the Spring of 2024. The fee is expected to be between $9 and $23 per day for drivers entering or exiting during peak traffic hours.
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You can drive in New York State with a valid driver license from another country. You do not need to apply for a New York State driver license unless you become a New York State resident.
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Thanks to an agreement between the UK and USA, a UK licence holder can drive in the United States if a full and valid licence is held. As long as the licence has been valid for more than a year and is in English, renting a car should not be a problem. That being said, rules between states and rental companies vary.
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The toughest times to travel in and out of Manhattan are between 8-9 a.m. and 3-7 p.m. If you can, try to avoid rush hour or consider some alternate routes. Some of the roughest routes will take you to the Brooklyn Bridge, George Washington Bridge, or the Lincoln Tunnel.
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