The most comprehensive self-drive traffic regulations guide for Puerto Montt, Chile

Puerto Montt is a port city in the Chilean Lake District, but the main tourist resources are concentrated around Lake Llanquihue, which is about 20 kilometers north of the city, so self-driving tours are relatively more convenient and free. 🚘 Car Rental Automatic cars are not very common in Chile, and many are manual transmission. Don't choose manual transmission, as traffic jams during rush hours can be quite serious here! 🧭 Traffic Regulations Guide 1️⃣ Driving habits in Chile are the same as in China, with the steering wheel on the left and vehicles driving on the right side of the road 2️⃣ The odometer is marked in kilometers, and speed limits are also in kilometers 3️⃣ Always use navigation when driving, especially in small towns, as there are many one-way streets, and not using navigation can lead to driving against traffic 4️⃣ From Puerto Montt to the lakeside, navigation will offer toll and free routes. Choose the free one, as the distance is very short and doesn't make much difference in time 5️⃣ There are few traffic lights at intersections in Puerto Montt, and most are on secondary roads with stop signs at intersections. Vehicles must stop and wait for cars on the main road to pass and proceed when there is no car within a safe distance on both sides. The red sign reads 'PARE' in Spanish, not 'STOP' in English! 6️⃣ You will pass through small towns, schools, etc., where there are clear speed limit signs. You must slow down, as there are very high speed bumps here, and speeding through can cause significant damage to the vehicle 7️⃣ There are almost no cameras here, and not many traffic police, but they generally stay in the shade of trees, so try not to speed 🅿️ About Parking 1️⃣ Parking areas in Chile are indicated with an 'E' sign, and no-parking zones are indicated with an 'E' crossed out. 2️⃣ Apart from tourist areas, parking is free everywhere else, including on the streets of small towns. Parking fees in tourist areas are generally 3000 pesos per time, and it's best to pay in cash 3️⃣ You cannot park on the highway unless there is a clearly marked shoulder parking area ⛽️ About Refueling 1️⃣ After renting a car, make sure to ask what type of fuel your vehicle uses. A round trip around Lake Llanquihue is about 200 kilometers, and one tank of fuel is enough. You can choose to refuel in Puerto Montt or in larger towns by the lake 2️⃣ 95 octane gasoline costs about 10 yuan per liter, and gas stations have attendants. You can also pay with a credit card 3️⃣ Before returning the car to the airport, you must refuel. There is a gas station about 10 kilometers east of the airport, which is the nearest gas station and is open 24 hours.