Question 5273
This passenger car has broken down and is traveling very slowly, hindering traffic. May it drive on the shoulder?
- Yes, to let other vehicles pass.
- Only if the shoulder is more than 1.50 meters wide and usable.
- No, because it is prohibited.
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Correct answer: Yes, to let other vehicles pass.
Yes. If your passenger car does not exceed 3,500 kg and a breakdown makes it travel abnormally slowly, seriously disrupting traffic, it must use the right shoulder, provided it is usable and wide enough. The rule does not specify a minimum width of 1.50 meters. In the image, the black passenger car is traveling on the right shoulder.