Across the globe, there are more than fifty countries that drive on the left side of the road. Some of the most prominent countries that drive on the left side of the road are India, Japan, the United Kingdom and South Africa. If someone is used to driving on the right side of the road and travels to a country that drives on the left side of the road, even if they are aware of the difference, it can be difficult to remember this as they are driving in their rental car.

While videos of tourists driving on the wrong side of the road can be quite entertaining, this is an issue that needs to be taken seriously. Not only can driving on the wrong side of the road result in a wreck, but it can result in a wreck that is fatal. For example, in the state of Georgia, driving on the wrong side of the road is the third leading cause of fatal crashes.

If you’re used to driving on the right side of the road and planning a trip to a country where you will be driving in a rental car on the left side of the road, be sure that you are prepared.