Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 735 / 961

¿A qué velocidad deberá circular el conductor de un vehículo, utilizando un carril en sentido contrario al habitual?

At what speed must a driver travel when using a lane in the opposite direction to the usual one?

  • AÚnicamente deberá circular utilizando el alumbrado de cruce o corto alcance.The driver only has to drive with dipped headlights on.
  • BA una velocidad mínima de 60 km/h y máxima de 80 km/h.At a minimum speed of 60 km/h and a maximum speed of 80 km/h.
  • CA la velocidad máxima de la vía por la que circule.At the maximum speed for the road they are on.
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Correct answer

  • BA una velocidad mínima de 60 km/h y máxima de 80 km/h.At a minimum speed of 60 km/h and a maximum speed of 80 km/h.
Explanation

According to Article 41.1 of the General Traffic Regulations (RGC), in a lane opened for traffic in the opposite direction to the usual one you must drive with at least dipped headlights on, day and night. Unless signs say otherwise, the maximum speed is 80 km/h and the minimum is 60 km/h.

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