Topic: Right of way · Nº 72 / 403
Si su vehículo queda detenido en un túnel por necesidades del tráfico, ¿qué medidas debe tomar?
If your vehicle is brought to a stop in a tunnel because of traffic conditions, what must you do?
- ADar media vuelta y salir del túnel.Turn round and leave the tunnel.
- BApagar el motor y encender las luces de posición.Switch off the engine and switch on the sidelights.
- CSalir del vehículo y esperar fuera hasta que se reanude la circulación.Get out of the vehicle and wait outside until traffic starts moving again.
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Correct answer
- BApagar el motor y encender las luces de posición.Switch off the engine and switch on the sidelights.
Explanation
Under Article 97.3 of the General Traffic Regulations, if your vehicle is brought to a stop in a tunnel because of traffic conditions, you must switch off the engine and keep the sidelights on. The driver and passengers must not leave the vehicle, and turning round in a tunnel is prohibited.
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