Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 229 / 961

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En un túnel, ¿qué distancia de seguridad mínima debe mantener el conductor de un turismo con el vehículo de delante si no pretende adelantar?

In a tunnel, what minimum safe distance must a car driver keep from the vehicle in front if they do not intend to overtake?

  • A100 metros o un intervalo de 4 segundos.100 metres or a gap of 4 seconds.
  • B50 metros o un intervalo de 3 segundos.50 metres or a gap of 3 seconds.
  • C200 metros o un intervalo de 10 segundos.200 metres or a gap of 10 seconds.
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Correct answer

  • A100 metros o un intervalo de 4 segundos.100 metres or a gap of 4 seconds.
Explanation

In tunnels, if you do not intend to overtake, vehicles up to 3,500 kg must keep at least 100 metres or 4 seconds from the vehicle in front, so that they can stop safely in an enclosed space.

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