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Speed limits in the USA are set by the state rather than at national level and are posted in miles per hour (mph) and generally use increments of 5mph. The general rule of thumb is that states with vast open freeways will tend to have higher speed limits, whereas smaller states with higher populations and busier freeways are likely to have the slower maximum speed limits.

Children ages 8 until 17 are required to wear a seat belt in all seats. Children ages 4 until 8 must ride in a child safety seat or booster seat unless they are over 4 feet 9 inches or weigh more than 40 lbs. Children under age 4 must be restrained in a child passenger restraint system.

The minimum age to drive in the USA is 16 years of age.

For drivers 21 years or older, driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher is illegal. For drivers under 21 years old, the legal limit is lower, with state limits ranging from 0.00 to 0.02.

Car insurance is required to drive or own a car in the United States, even if you are not a resident of the U.S. or have a foreign driver’s license. Short-term visitors to the United States who are renting a car can typically buy the necessary insurance coverage directly from the rental company.

Seat belts are required for all occupants of the vehicle.

Cell phone use is prohibited (handheld and hands-free) for drivers under the age of 18 as well as any driver who holds a learner’s permit or a provisional license. Cell phone use is prohibited (handheld and hands-free) for bus drivers. Texting is illegal for all drivers.