There really is only one way to see the best of Australia –SELF-DRIVE. A self-drive holiday is about freedomon wheels to go where you want and do what youlike, at your own pace and with peace of mind.All in the privacy of your choice of vehicle – in the companyof your loved ones.

It is not about speeding to cover as much distance aspossible or rushing to see as many places as you possiblycould. It is about how much you enjoy. Forget aboutscheduled departures and early wake-up calls. When youare in the driver's seat, you take control of your adventure.

To prepare for your very first (or next) self-driveholiday in Australia, check out this fun guide forpractical tips, from pre-trip planning to making car rentalreservations to things you should look out for before andwhile on the road. You will find useful and interesting stuffyou never knew and did not think you should!

Have a wheel of a time!

Hertz OverseasDriving Guide

Australia

Australia is THE place to Drive.

Freedom On Wheels Checklist

Pre-Trip Planning

Assess Your Needs

Travel Fairs

International Driving Permit (IDP)

Maps & Driving Directions

Rain or Shine?

Speedier Service & Greater Savings

Local Traffic Conditions

Travelling with Children

Making Your Car

Rental Reservation

Book Before Departure or Upon Arrival

in Australia?

Car Rental Rates

Insurance Coverage

Sedans, SUVs or MPVs?

GPS In-car Satellite Navigation

Child & Booster Seats

One-Way/ Inter-City Rentals

Picking Up Your Car

Additional Drivers

Drive Upon Arrival?

Hertz Value Vouchers

Citylink/ Tolls

Before You Hit

The Road

Vehicle Features & Controls

Emergency Roadside Assistance

Your Personal Belongings

Drink Driving

On The Road

What to Wear

Speed

Driver Fatigue

Fuel Stops

Bush Fires or Flood

Lost Out There. Or Vehicle Breakdown.

Sudden Equipment Failure

To Stop or Not?

Bumped from Behind?

Obstacles on the Road

‘Stop’ or ‘Give Way’ Sign

‘Hook turn’ Signs

Use Your Indicator

Headlights

Roundabouts

T-junctions

Unbroken Lines

Overtake

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1. Pre-Trip Planning

Assess Your Needs.Where in Australia would you like to go for your upcoming self-drive holiday? Who are you travelling with? When are you going?Would you prefer to go D-I-Y? Or purchase a great value self-drive holiday package from your travel agent?

Travel Fairs.Look out for travel fairs organized by airlines, tourism organisationsand travel agencies. They are great platforms to check out what’snew in the marketplace, grab special offers and pick up yourtravel brochures, guides and maps! Check out the mega NATAS(National Association of Travel Agents) Travel Fair which takesplace in March and September each year.

International Driving Permit (IDP) -Your Pass to Overseas DrivingThe IDP is recognized worldwide as a valuable document,identifying motorists as legally-licensed drivers and may preventany inconvenience when renting a car or when driving in a foreigncountry where the language of your local driving license is notcommonly used in the country of your self-drive destination.The IDP must always be presented with your local driving license.

Singapore driving license is in English and is recognized for drivingin Australia (IDP is not required). For foreigners who possess non-English local driving license, please check with your local embassyon a document translating your local driving license to English.

Maps & Driving Directions.Arm yourself with good, current maps and driving directions,especially if you plan to go off the main roads. Check outyour point-to-point route options online at websites likewww.mapquest.com and www.travelmate.com.au

Rain or Shine?Check out the latest local weather at http://weather.yahoo.com/Pack your clothes accordingly.

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Local Traffic Conditions.Make sure you are familiar with the local traffic laws and commonroad signs.

E.g. There are roads throughout Melbourne that are known as“fairways”. Yellow lines and tram signs along these roads givetrams priority at certain times.

E.g. Pull over and stop when you see a police car flashing lights behind you. Stay IN the car and wait for the police officer to approach you. Getting OUT of the car is seen as a form of retaliation and the police will react accordingly.

Travelling with Children.Children soon get over the novelty of travel. To prevent backseatfights and tears, they will need to be entertained. Some suggestionson how to achieve this:

Bring some of their favourite toys, music CDs and snacks.Play some road games such as looking out for certain licence plates or buildings.Create a travel diary or journal – a wonderful activitythat will not only keep your children busy on a long trip, but it will preserve their memories for a lifetime.Stop for frequent breaks, preferably where there isa playground.

Carsickness is common in children. To keep this to a minimumyou should drive as smoothly as possible and avoid overfeedingyour child.

Book Before Departure or Take a Chance UponArrival in Australia?Why worry about the possibility of not getting a vehicle or thetype of vehicle you need when you arrive in Australia? It is stronglyrecommended that you pre-book your car before you depart.Ensure that the vehicle reserved best suits your needs and itinerary.Upon arrival, pick up your car and you’re off to start your fun-filled holiday.

Car Rental Rates.Read the fine print. Know what is included and what is not inthe car rental rates. E.g. Limited Mileage or Unlimited Mileage,Taxes, Collision Damage Waiver, Vehicle Excess Amount. Makesure you are comparing apple-to-apple. At Hertz, we offerAffordable Rates which includes Unlimited Mileage and CollisionDamage Waiver (subject to excess).

Insurance Coverage.Know what your basic insurance policy covers. Hertz AffordableRates include Collision Damage Waiver, which provides coveragefor accident damage to the Hertz Vehicle and/ or Third PartyProperty, such that in the event of an accident, your liability islimited to a reduced amount of loss or damage. To enjoy greaterpeace of mind, ask for Accident Excess Reduction Option tofurther reduce your liability for accidental damage or loss tothe minimum.

Sedans, SUVs or MPVs?Check out the range of vehicles available from car rental companies.In Australia, Hertz has a large fleet of young and latest modelvehicles ranging from Economy through Fullsize, Wagons, Minivansto Luxury cars to suit any need. Go to Hertz Vehicle Guide atwww.hertz.com – see how many adults/ children and luggageyou can fit into your choice of vehicle.

Or help make the world a little greener. Rent the petrol/ electricHybrid Toyota Prius sedan from the Hertz Green Collection. It isenvironmentally-friendly and fuel efficient. Easy on the wallet andsuitable for families and small groups travelling together!

GPS In-car Satellite Navigation.With the Hertz Satellite Navigation system as your guide, you willnever be lost. Using the Global Positioning Satellite, Hertz’s state-of-the-art in-car navigation system has smart visual AND voiceprompts to tell you exactly where you are at any time and givesyou turn-by-turn guidance on how to get to your destination.Drive with confidence, no matter where you are. No morefumbling with maps, hunting for street signs or having to askfor directions. There is less wasted travel time for businessexecutives and more peace of mind for holiday makers. Checkout Hertz Satellite Navigation for a stress-free self-drive holiday.

Child & Booster Seats.Hertz offers only Government approved child restraints.Child and booster seats are available on request (subjectto availability) at a nominal charge payable by customer.Remember to indicate the age of child during reservation.

One-Way/ Inter-City Rentals.Driving from Sydney to Brisbane? Adelaide to Melbourne?No problem! Hertz has more than 220 locations availablethroughout Australia. You can rent a vehicle from one locationand drop it off at another. Inter-city fee may apply. Pleasecheck at time of reservation.

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Vehicle Features & Controls.Take your time. Familiarise yourself with the headlights, windshieldwipers, hazard warning lights, heater and other controls. Knowwhere they are and how they function before you hit the road– do not be afraid to ask for assistance if needed.

Emergency Roadside Assistance.Ensure that your car rental company provides 24-hour emergencyroadside assistance and that your emergency phone numbersare within easy reach (not in the car boot). Arm yourself with acell phone (with extra batteries) on long-distance trips. WithHertz, call your nearest Hertz location or 13 30 39.

Your Personal Belongings.Do not leave any personal belongings in your rental vehicle.Securing them in the trunk, under the seat etc., are not effectivemeasures to protect your property. The only effective way is totake your items with you.

Driving whilst under the Influence of Drugsor Alcohol.It is a serious offence to drive under the influence of drugs oralcohol or both whilst operating a vehicle. Random breath testingcan be carried out at any time by Police. Do not drink alcoholor take drugs before or whilst driving a vehicle.

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Fuel Economy.The condition of the vehicle, how it is driven and where it isdriven affect fuel consumption. The following points are worthconsidering if you wish to economise on fuel:• Plan your trip to avoid delays such as peak hour traffic

or scheduled bridge closures.• Avoid overloading your vehicle; distribute the weight

to be carried as evenly as possible.• Avoid long periods of idling. When held up in traffic,

switch the engine off if it is safe to do so.• Avoid full throttle acceleration and severe braking.

Drive as smoothly as possible.• Ensure the tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.• Make sure that the handbrake is fully released when

the car is mobile, and that the foot-operated brakes are not dragging.

Estimation of fuel consumption

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Driver Fatigue.Fatigue can be as dangerous as drink driving or speeding, andcontributes to many fatal accidents on long stretch of highways.While driving, exercise your eyes by reading road signs or shiftingthe focus of your eyes to different parts of the roadway. Leavea small gap in the window for circulation of fresh air. Try to ensurethat at least 1 other person you are travelling with can drive –alternate drivers to relieve boredom. Otherwise, STOP every 2hours to stretch your legs, get a caffeinated drink and some freshair. Try to time your day’s travel so that you arrive at your overnightdestination in time for an unwinding period, a shower and arelaxed evening meal.

Fuel Stops.You should plan ahead for fuel stops. Some petrol stations donot operate around the clock and have limited credit card facilities.Have a chat with the locals and find out where best to top upyour fuel and replenish water/ snacks.

Bush Fires or Floods.Try to check road and weather conditions on a daily basis. Therecould be unforeseen conditions (e.g. temporary closure of highwaydue to forest fire). Give yourself more time to plan for alternativedestinations or routes.

Lost Out There. Or Vehicle Breakdown.Do not leave the vehicle under any circumstances – a missingvehicle is easier to locate than missing people. In case of a vehiclebreakdown, refer to the information on the 24-hour breakdownservice that is provided with your Hertz car. Depending on theseverity of the breakdown, a replacement vehicle may bemade available.

What to Wear.Wear comfortable clothes and non-slip soled shoes and have apair of sunglasses to minimise sun glare.

Speed.Drive within designated speed limits. Speeding is a serious offence.As the speed limits vary from State to State, it is best to adhereto the speed limit signs posted along all major roads. As a guideonly, the top speed limit in most states is 100km per hour and40 to 60km per hour in built-up areas.

5. On the RoadIn mostAustralian States,hidden speedcameras andmobile radar unitsare utilized toenforce speedlimit laws.

Regulatory Signs

Sudden Equipment Failure.This rarely happens but it is always good to know the basichandling techniques so you are more equipped psychologicallyto react to such situations:• Tyre Blowout – ease your foot off the accelerator, keep a firm

grasp on the steering wheel and pull off the roadway.• Brake Failure – if your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor,

pump it to build pressure. If that does not work, use your emergency brake. Shift your vehicle into a lower gear toslow down.

• Steering Failure – ease your foot off the accelerator, turn on the emergency flashers and come to a slow stop. Brake gentlyto prevent vehicle from spinning.

• Stuck Accelerator – hook your toe under it to free it. If it doesnot become free, shift your vehicle into neutral and brake gently to slow down.

To Stop or Not?Do NOT pick up hitchhikers, under ANY circumstances.

Bumped from Behind?Do NOT pull over and stop, especially in a secluded or dark area.Drive to the nearest public area and call for police assistance.

Obstacles on the Road.Watch out for wandering animals (cattle, wallabies, wombatsetc.) especially at dawn and at dusk. Take note especially whendriving on country roads at night in cold weather – animals suchas kangaroos lie on the bitumen road surface, which holds thewarmth of the sun.

‘Stop’ or ‘Give Way’ Sign.A driver facing a ‘Stop’ or ‘Give Way’ sign must give way to trafficon the left and right, and from the opposite direction. At a ‘Stop’sign, you must bring your vehicle to a complete stop. You mustalso give way to pedestrians who are crossing the street intowhich you are turning, whether turning left or right.

‘Hook turn’ Signs.‘Hook turn’ signs are found at a number of intersectionsin Central Melbourne. The signs may be at the sideof the road or hung from tram wires, so be alert inchecking for these signs. If you want to turn right atone of these intersections, you must make a ‘hook turn’.To do so, begin your right turn from the left lane.

Always Use Your Indicator.A ‘turn right’ indicator signal must be given before you pull outof the kerb. Indicators must also be used whenever turning orchanging traffic lanes.

Headlights.Headlights must be utilized while driving between the hours ofsunset and sunrise. In built-up areas you must not use the highbeam. On the open road, dip your headlights within 200 metresof an approaching vehicle or when the on-coming vehicle’s lightsare dipped (whichever is the sooner).

Railway Crossing Signs

Guide Signs

Warning Signs

Bitumen Roads.Most major roads in the Northern Territory are now sealed withbitumen and provide excellent driving conditions.

Unsealed Roads.Some attractions can only be reached by way of unsealed roadsrequiring 4WD vehicles.

Distances.Distances are vast in the Northern Territory and Western Australia,therefore do not underestimate traveling time required. Checkdistances carefully when planning your itinerary. Allow an averagespeed of 80 kilometres per hour in your calculations for travel onbitumen roads.

Wandering Animals.Nearly all of the Northern Territory and Western Australia is cattlestation country. Hence most roads are UNFENCED which meanscattle, buffalo, horses or kangaroos can wander across the roadat any time.

Water.There is little likelihood of becoming lost or stranded if visitingthe main attractions in the Northern Territory or the Kimberley,however we recommend customers always carry adequate suppliesof drinking water. As a general rule 20 litres per person isrecommended to allow for the possibility of a breakdown.

Fuel.Always ensure fuel requirements are estimated conservatively.Petrol stations can be several hundred kilometers apart.

Road Conditions.Occasionally in the Wet Season (October through March) roadsmay become impassable through flooding. It is not recommendedto attempt to travel through a submerged section of road unlessit is absolutely safe to do so. Some crossings are often deeperthan they appear. Travelling fast through water can be dangerousand cause vehicle damage for which the renter is responsible.

Daylight Driving.It is strongly recommended to avoid travelling in the earlymorning, late afternoon or early evening. Apart from sun glare,wildlife is most active at these times, and will often cross a roadwithout warning. Hitting livestock is the most common typeof accident in the outback and can cause serious damage toa vehicle.

Night Driving.Animals wandering on the roads make night driving dangerous.Therefore, never plan to drive at night.

Road Trains.Road Trains can be up to 50 metres in length and weigh in excessof 50 tonnes. Caution should be shown when overtaking.

Roundabouts.Drivers entering a roundabout must give way to traffic alreadyon, entering or leaving the roundabout if there is any risk of acollision. Decide before you enter the roundabout if you aregoing to turn right, left or go straight ahead.

T-junctions.At T-junctions a driver approaching an intersection along theterminating road must give way to all traffic on the continuingroad at the top of the T piece unless the other traffic is facedwith a ‘Stop’ or ‘Give Way’ sign.

Unbroken Lines.Do not cross double unbroken lines or an unbroken line on yourside of a broken line. When driving on a road marked with lanes,you must keep your vehicle entirely within a lane. When changinglanes, only do so when it is safe, and signal your intention.

Overtake.Do not overtake when:(a) approaching the crest of a hill(b) approaching a pedestrian or school crossing, or intersection(c) at a blind bend(d) there are double unbroken lines or an unbroken line on your

side of the center line

Driving in the

Outback

Bitumen Roads.Most major roads in the Northern Territory are now sealed withbitumen and provide excellent driving conditions.

Unsealed Roads.Some attractions can only be reached by way of unsealed roadsrequiring 4WD vehicles.

Distances.Distances are vast in the Northern Territory and Western Australia,therefore do not underestimate traveling time required. Checkdistances carefully when planning your itinerary. Allow an averagespeed of 80 kilometres per hour in your calculations for travel onbitumen roads.

Wandering Animals.Nearly all of the Northern Territory and Western Australia is cattlestation country. Hence most roads are UNFENCED which meanscattle, buffalo, horses or kangaroos can wander across the roadat any time.

Water.There is little likelihood of becoming lost or stranded if visitingthe main attractions in the Northern Territory or the Kimberley,however we recommend customers always carry adequate suppliesof drinking water. As a general rule 20 litres per person isrecommended to allow for the possibility of a breakdown.

Fuel.Always ensure fuel requirements are estimated conservatively.Petrol stations can be several hundred kilometers apart.

Road Conditions.Occasionally in the Wet Season (October through March) roadsmay become impassable through flooding. It is not recommendedto attempt to travel through a submerged section of road unlessit is absolutely safe to do so. Some crossings are often deeperthan they appear. Travelling fast through water can be dangerousand cause vehicle damage for which the renter is responsible.

Daylight Driving.It is strongly recommended to avoid travelling in the earlymorning, late afternoon or early evening. Apart from sun glare,wildlife is most active at these times, and will often cross a roadwithout warning. Hitting livestock is the most common typeof accident in the outback and can cause serious damage toa vehicle.

Night Driving.Animals wandering on the roads make night driving dangerous.Therefore, never plan to drive at night.

Road Trains.Road Trains can be up to 50 metres in length and weigh in excessof 50 tonnes. Caution should be shown when overtaking.

All care has been taken in producing this guide. Hertz is not responsible for any errors or omissions.

Information provided is accurate at time of printing and may change at any time without notice.

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through Australia will reward you with an experience you’ll always remember.

Use the “Freedom On Wheels Checklist” for your next self-drive holiday.

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Log onto these sites for information.From accommodation, attractions,shopping, wine and dine choices todetailed self-drive itineraries, mapsand more!

Distances Chart

The distances shown here are based on the most direct route, not necessarily the most practical. 80km per 1 hour driving.

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