In peak season a big share of surrounding cars are rentals: drivers unused to the left, to roundabouts, or to Malta's geometry. Expect late lane changes, sudden braking near attractions, and satnav-induced hesitation.
The defensive recipe: extra following distance, ready-to-brake foot near beaches and viewpoints, and zero assumptions from indicators alone. For learners this season is actually a gift — pass your test in August traffic and January will feel like a holiday.
