Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 730 / 961

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Circulando en un túnel, ¿qué distancia de seguridad debemos mantener con el vehículo que nos precede?

When driving in a tunnel, what safe distance must we keep from the vehicle in front?

  • A150 metros como mínimo.At least 150 metres.
  • B100 metros como mínimo.At least 100 metres.
  • C50 metros como mínimo.At least 50 metres.
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Correct answer

  • B100 metros como mínimo.At least 100 metres.
Explanation

In tunnels and underpasses, when not intending to overtake, you must at all times keep a safe distance of at least 100 metres or a minimum time gap of four seconds from the vehicle in front. For vehicles with a maximum authorised mass (MAM) over 3,500 kg, the safe distance must be at least 150 metres or a minimum gap of 6 seconds. Remember that overtaking is prohibited in tunnels unless there is more than one lane in our direction. The sign shown reminds us of the general safe distance we must keep.

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