Car Rentals Safety is not a problem if you learn and apply the Dominican rules of the road. Simply stated; there are none! It is a big free for all. Most traffic police are on foot and almost nobody stops on their signal. With no radio and no pursuit car, it is a mismatch. In other words traffic law enforcement is close to zero. If renting a car can be hazardous, renting a motorcycle is doubly so, but it is cheaper. Be very careful. Car Watchers - Youths offer to wash or keep an eye on your car for 10 or 15 pesos. Windshield washers are common at traffic lights. A simple “no gracias” is generally enough, but sometimes they’ll wash it any way. You can refuse to pay but that’s the best way to avoid scratches appearing on the car... Accidents - In the event of a road accident, the police will be called. You should stay calm and be patient and call your consulate to obtain a lawyer. Don’t try to resist or to be unpolite, authorities are not very funny is this country and you should expect serious problems...