Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 295 / 961

Circulando por un túnel con un vehículo de masa máxima autorizada de hasta 3500 kilos, ¿qué distancia de seguridad mantendremos con el vehículo que nos precede?

When driving through a tunnel in a vehicle with a maximum authorised mass of up to 3,500 kg, what safe distance will we keep from the vehicle in front?

  • A100 metros, al menos.At least 100 metres.
  • B150 metros.150 metres.
  • CLa distancia que permita detenernos sin colisionar en caso de frenado brusco.The distance that allows us to stop without hitting it if it brakes suddenly.
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Correct answer

  • A100 metros, al menos.At least 100 metres.
Explanation

In tunnels and underpasses, when we do not intend to overtake, we will keep a minimum distance of 100 metres from the vehicle in front. For vehicles with a maximum authorised mass over 3,500 kg, this distance is 150 metres.

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