Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 166 / 961

¿Qué distancia debemos mantener con el vehículo que nos precede?

What distance should we keep from the vehicle in front?

  • ALa que permita detenernos en caso de frenado brusco sin colisionar con él.One that allows us to stop without hitting it if it brakes sharply.
  • B50 metros como mínimo.At least 50 metres.
  • CAl estar dentro de poblado no se tiene que mantener distancia de seguridad.In a built-up area, no safe distance needs to be kept.
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Correct answer

  • ALa que permita detenernos en caso de frenado brusco sin colisionar con él.One that allows us to stop without hitting it if it brakes sharply.
Explanation

When driving behind another vehicle, you must always leave a clear space between them that lets you stop, if it brakes sharply, without hitting it, both in and outside built-up areas.

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