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Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 379 / 961

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Circular por debajo de la velocidad mínima permitida, ¿podría ser un factor de riesgo?

Could driving below the minimum speed allowed be a risk factor?

  • ANo, ya que siempre se considera una velocidad adecuada.No, because it is always considered a suitable speed.
  • BNo, nunca.No, never.
  • CSí, una velocidad anormalmente reducida puede causar accidentes.Yes, an abnormally low speed can cause accidents.
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  • CSí, una velocidad anormalmente reducida puede causar accidentes.Yes, an abnormally low speed can cause accidents.
Explanation

A driver going below the minimum speed allowed (abnormally low speed) would obstruct the normal flow of other road users, forcing them to overtake at unsuitable times or places. That is why driving at this speed is dangerous and can cause accidents. Even if there is no specific minimum or maximum speed sign, we must keep to the general speeds for the type of road and vehicle. The general minimum speed on motorways (autopistas) and dual carriageways (autovías) is 60 km/h, while on other roads it is half the maximum speed for each type of vehicle.

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