Question 7372
A non-emergency vehicle traveling on an emergency run — is it allowed to use audible signals?
- Yes, to warn other road users of its presence.
- No, it may only use visual signals.
- Yes, but only in a built-up area.
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Correct answer: Yes, to warn other road users of its presence.
Yes. If a very serious emergency forces you to use your car for a service normally performed by an emergency vehicle and you have no other means available, you must honk the horn intermittently so others notice your situation, both in cities and on roads outside them. You must also turn on your hazard lights, if you have them, or wave a handkerchief, like the driver in the image.