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Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 527 / 961

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Si no pretende adelantar, ¿cuándo deberá mantener una distancia de seguridad de, al menos, 4 segundos (100m), con el vehículo que circula delante?

If you do not intend to overtake, when must you keep a safe distance of at least 4 seconds (100 m) from the vehicle in front?

  • ACuando circule por un paso elevado.When driving over a flyover.
  • BCuando circule por un túnel.When driving through a tunnel.
  • CCuando circule por una autopista.When driving on a motorway (autopista).
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Correct answer

  • BCuando circule por un túnel.When driving through a tunnel.
Explanation

In tunnels and underpasses, when you do not intend to overtake, you must keep a safe distance of at least 100 metres, or a gap of 4 seconds, from the vehicle in front. For vehicles with a MAM of more than 3,500 kg, the safe distance must be at least 150 metres, or a gap of at least 6 seconds.

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