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You get to follow all traffic laws as a driver. It all starts from knowing the traffic laws in not only your state but also other states because they might not be exactly the same. It is a precautionary measure to learn rules in the state you’re planning to visit. If you want to visit Michigan, here is a thing or two about Michigan traffic rules that might be different from other states.

 
Permits and licenses
 
The state of Michigan requires vehicle owners to register their vehicles as well as title them and obtain a new license after residence is established in the estate. Under 18 teens are required to go through the Graduated Driver Licensing process including a Temporary Instruction Permit, a Level 1 License as well as a Level 2 License.
 
Adults over 18 years old who have never held a driving license are also not left out in the Michigan traffic rules and regulations. They are required to have a Temporary Instruction Permit for a minimum of 30 days. Moped riders are also allowed to ride around the streets with at least a moped license. Furthermore, they have to be a minimum of 15 to be able to ride on the streets with either a driving or moped license.

 
Safety seats and seat belts
 
You won’t drive around Michigan without putting your seat belt on. It is against traffic rules for drivers and front seat passengers not to put on seat belts. Furthermore, all children under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be on a safety seat which is properly fitted. The safety seats and seat belts rules go on to stipulate that children under eight years must be properly restrained by a safety seat or booster designed according to their height and weight. This also applies to toddlers at any age that are less nine inches tall and less than four feet.
 
Toddlers under the age of four are also required to be fitted with a proper restraint system in the back seat unless there are other younger toddlers on board. In case there are younger toddlers filling the back seat, you can have your four years or less child seat in the front seat in a proper restraint system. Law enforcement officers are mandated to stop you if you’re not properly buckled up alongside your passengers.

 
Right of way
 
Drivers in Michigan are required to yield right of way to bicyclists, pedestrians, as well as other vehicles. Failure to do so will see you get involved in an accident if you don’t get arrested and fined for going against traffic signs posted. Nevertheless, accidents can be inevitable and having an auto insurance Michigan will help you get back up after the unfortunate event of an accident.

On your way to visit a friend or on any other endeavor, you will have to give right of way to funeral processions. They have allowed by the law to always have the right of way. When attempting to overtake a utility service, waste collection service or road maintenance, you will need to yield to them. Therefore, if you see a waste collection vehicle that has stopped with lights flashing, you will want to give it a right of way and find an alternative way of getting over it.

 
General rules you should note 

1. Unattended children

It is against the law to leave children under the age of six in a car alone if circumstances or amount of time poses a potential for harm or injury. Younger children can be left under the supervision of a child above 13 years old.

2. Truck beds

If your child is under 18, you are not permitted to drive an open pickup truck with a bed traveling in a speed of over 15 mph.

3. Following

It is required of you as a driver to maintain a three to four space between you and the next car. The spacing varies with the change in weather.

4. Parking

Obviously, you must park in an approved area and while at it, make sure your vehicle is within 12 inches of the curb as well as facing the direction of flow of traffic.

5. Accidents

If you’re unfortunately involved in an accident that causes a loss of life, injury or damages worth over $1000, you’re required to inform the police although you’re also required to stop at the scene.

 
6. Bottom line
 
These rules might not be exactly the same with those of other states. Adhering to them makes sure you don’t get into any trouble and you are able to drive legally on the roadways.