Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 658 / 961
Si, a causa de una avería, no puede alcanzar la velocidad mínima en una autovía y existe riesgo de ser alcanzado por otros vehículos, debe...
If, because of a breakdown, you cannot reach the minimum speed on a dual carriageway (autovía) and there is a risk of being hit from behind, you must...
- Acircular por el arcén hasta su destino, aunque encuentre salidas antes.drive on the hard shoulder to your destination, even if you pass exits before it.
- Bcircular con las luces de emergencia encendidas.drive with the hazard warning lights on.
- Cdetener obligatoriamente el vehículo en el arcén.stop the vehicle on the hard shoulder, as this is compulsory.
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- Bcircular con las luces de emergencia encendidas.drive with the hazard warning lights on.
Under Article 49.3 of the General Traffic Regulations (RGC), if you cannot reach the minimum speed and there is a risk of being hit from behind, you must drive with the hazard warning lights on. You must also leave the dual carriageway at the first exit (Article 38.2).
Cuando un vehículo no pueda alcanzar la velocidad mínima exigida y exista peligro de alcance, se deberán utilizar durante la circulación las luces indicadoras de dirección con señal de emergencia.Read the full rule
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