Topic: Manoeuvres · Nº 350 / 982

Si circula por un carril de aceleración, ¿debe ceder el paso a los vehículos de la vía a la que se quiere incorporar?

If you are in an acceleration lane, must you give way to vehicles on the road you want to join?

  • ANo, si me incorporo por la derecha.No, if I am joining from the right.
  • BSí, debe cederles el paso.Yes, you must give way to them.
  • CNo, porque tengo prioridad.No, because I have right of way.
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Correct answer

  • BSí, debe cederles el paso.Yes, you must give way to them.
Explanation

Under Article 72 of the General Traffic Regulations (RGC), a driver joining traffic, including from an acceleration lane, must make sure it is safe to do so and give way to vehicles on the carriageway, taking into account their position, path and speed, even stopping if necessary.

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