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Question 624

A vehicle used to transport dangerous goods breaks down while traveling on a high-capacity divided highway (autovía). Is it acceptable for a passenger car to tow it?

  1. No, it is prohibited.
  2. Yes, but towing a vehicle more than 100 kilometers is not permitted.
  3. Yes, but only to the nearest repair shop.
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Correct answer: No, it is prohibited.

On a high-capacity divided highway, a disabled vehicle must be removed by a vehicle intended for roadside assistance. A private passenger car may not tow it independently.

Real Decreto 159/2021 — servicios de auxilio en vías públicas