Question 7176
The gray vehicle crosses the solid line to pass the white vehicle that is stopped because of a breakdown; is this correct?
- Yes, but only outside a built-up area.
- No, because crossing a solid line is prohibited.
- Yes, as long as it leaves 1.5 m of separation, reduces speed by at least 20 km/h below the road's speed limit, and can do so without danger.
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Correct answer: Yes, as long as it leaves 1.5 m of separation, reduces speed by at least 20 km/h below the road's speed limit, and can do so without danger.
Yes. You may go past a broken-down vehicle occupying your lane even if you have to cross a solid line and enter oncoming traffic, provided you first check that it is safe. You must leave at least 1.5 meters of clearance and travel at least 20 km/h below the road's speed limit. This applies both inside and outside built-up areas, as on the street in the image.