Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 1 / 961

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A la hora de determinar la distancia de seguridad con el vehículo que circula delante...

When deciding on the safe distance to keep from the vehicle in front...

  • Adebe tener en cuenta la velocidad, la visibilidad y el estado de la calzada.you must take into account speed, visibility and the condition of the carriageway.
  • Bdebe tener en cuenta las características del vehículo que circula delante.you must take into account the characteristics of the vehicle in front.
  • Cdebe tener en cuenta la velocidad, exclusivamente.you must take into account speed only.
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  • Adebe tener en cuenta la velocidad, la visibilidad y el estado de la calzada.you must take into account speed, visibility and the condition of the carriageway.
Explanation

When following other vehicles, drivers must leave a distance that allows them to stop without a collision if the vehicle in front brakes suddenly. When deciding on this distance, they must take into account especially their speed and the grip and braking conditions.

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