Across the world, countless different driving laws are in place. While us Brits will be familiar with The Highway Code, most of us are unaware of the range of laws around the world.

So here are 10 interesting driving laws employed by different nations across the world:

1. Greece

In Greece, donkeys have right of way on the roads. Variations of this law are practiced in a few countries with the animal differing depending on the natural environment. Indeed, the UAE camels have right of way on the roads, and in South Africa if you don’t stop for passing livestock you can receive a hefty fine.

2. Germany

German law states that a car is considered to be a private space. This means that it would be considered legal to drive from Berlin to Bavaria completely naked. However it’s important not to forget that as soon as you leave the car you would enter public space where you could get caught for indecent exposure – so it’s probably best to keep covered up.

3. China

Pedestrians have a hard time crossing the street in China as cars legally do not have to stop for them in the road. Waiting for the green man is your best bet on the city roads, but it’s advised you be extremely cautious even in this case.

4. Denmark

Got your own personal ritual before setting off in the car? In Denmark all drivers must check if there are any people hiding underneath their vehicle before getting in.

5. USA

Some states in the USA have certain questionable laws that no one quite understands why they were made in the first place. For example in Alabama it is illegal to drive blindfolded. In California it is illegal to jump from a car travelling over 65mph. We can’t help but wonder how much these events were happening in the first place in order for the laws to actually be made.

6. Japan

Japanese drivers have got to be especially careful when driving in wet weather as it is illegal to splash pedestrians by driving through puddles on the road.

7. Russia

In Russia having a dirty car is an offence that can be punishable by law. Keep up with your cleaning chores in the country or else you may be stopped by the police and fined 2000 Rubles (around £20).

8. France

French drivers are required by law to have a breathalyser kit in their car (or motorbike) at all times. This is to encourage drivers to always be able to test whether they are fit to drive after having a drink. When the law initially came in, a small fine was given to any driver who didn’t have a kit in their car.

9. Italy

Famous historical zones in Italian cities do not allow people to drive in them without a permit. The law aims to minimise the amount of traffic in these popular areas. If you’re planning a driving holiday through Italy soon, research any permits you may need to see the sights or you may receive a large fine when on the road.

10. Spain

Do you need to wear glasses when you’re driving? In Spain you anyone who requires glasses must by law keep a spare set in their car. You never know when your frames might break.