anyone driving outside rio, towards travel destinations such as búzios and angra, should be mindful of road conditions and avoid speeding -

not all roads are paved outside rio de janeiro, and traffic goes both ways on many narrow roads.

speed traps outside the city are abundant and normally fixed on large metal poles on the side of the road - before most speed traps, warning signs labelled 'fiscalizão,' are placed to give drivers more time to slow down.''

anyone uncomfortable with driving in raining conditions should be careful of falling trees, getting stuck in the mud and the potential of accidents - it is recommended that drivers ensure gas tanks remain over half full, a functioning cell phone is in the car, emergency numbers are accesible and if possible someone who can communicate in portuguese is present - when renting a car ensure emergency phone numbers, or a list of potential car mechanics, are provided.