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Topic: Manoeuvres · Nº 337 / 982

¿Está permitido entrar en una intersección marcha atrás para incorporarse a la circulación?

Are you allowed to enter a junction in reverse to join traffic?

  • ASí, si no impide el paso a otros vehículos.Yes, if you do not block other vehicles.
  • BNo, porque está prohibido entrar en una intersección marcha atrás.No, because entering a junction in reverse is prohibited.
  • CSí, si no se retrocede más de 15 metros.Yes, if you do not reverse more than 15 metres.
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Correct answer

  • BNo, porque está prohibido entrar en una intersección marcha atrás.No, because entering a junction in reverse is prohibited.
Explanation

Reversing as a manoeuvre that complements joining traffic may not exceed 15 metres or enter a junction (Article 80.2 of the General Traffic Regulations). Even if you do not bother anyone or you only cover a short distance, entering a junction this way is prohibited.

The rule · Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC) · art. 80.2no podrá ser superior a 15 metros ni invadir un cruce de víasRead the full rule

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