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QuizTraffic rulesBosnia and Herzegovina

Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Traffic signs
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
True/false 17 Bosnia and Herzegovina 26 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 593
Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

101. Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

It can make your speed harder to judge.
✓ The edge may be uneven or weak.
It can make the steering require more effort.
It can make oncoming traffic harder to see.

Road edges can be soft, uneven, or damaged. Driving too close to the edge can reduce control or cause the vehicle to leave the road.

Vehicle travelling close to the road edge
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

102. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

The seat belt is not fastened.
The airbag system has a fault.
The anti-theft system is active.
✓ A door is open.

This symbol indicates that one or more vehicle doors are not fully closed. Check that all doors are securely shut before driving.

Door-open warning symbol on the dashboard
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Which side is normally used for overtaking in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

103. Which side is normally used for overtaking in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

✓ Left-hand side.
Right-hand side.

Drivers normally overtake on the left-hand side in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Vehicle overtaking on the left
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Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

104. Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

✓ It helps control speed using engine braking.
It reduces engine braking to save fuel.
It makes the steering lighter on descents.
It allows the vehicle to coast more freely.

Engine braking helps prevent the vehicle from gaining too much speed and reduces strain on the brakes.

Lower-gear selection for a downhill road
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Why should you reduce speed when approaching roadworks?

105. Why should you reduce speed when approaching roadworks?

You should not reduce speed near roadworks.
To reduce wear on the vehicle suspension.
To keep construction dust off the windscreen.
✓ Road workers, narrow lanes, and unexpected hazards may be present.

Roadworks can involve workers, machinery, changing lane layouts, and uneven surfaces. Lower speed gives you more time to react.

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Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

106. Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

A twisted belt prevents the airbags from working.
A twisted belt can cause the buckle to open.
✓ A flat belt spreads collision forces more effectively.
A twisted belt makes the brakes less effective.

A seat belt should lie flat against the body without twists. A twisted belt concentrates force over a smaller area and may provide less effective protection in a collision.

Twisted seat belt across an occupant's body
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What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

107. What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

Enter the crossing and wait for traffic to move.
Cross quickly before the warning signals activate.
✓ Wait until there is enough space to clear the tracks completely.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely across the tracks.

Never enter a railway crossing unless you can clear the tracks completely. If traffic ahead is blocked, wait before the crossing so you cannot become trapped on the railway.

Congested traffic beyond a railway crossing
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How can you check that a manual gearbox is in neutral?

108. How can you check that a manual gearbox is in neutral?

Pull up the parking brake.
Turn the steering wheel.
Press the accelerator pedal.
✓ Move the gear lever gently from side to side.

When a manual gearbox is in neutral, the gear lever can normally be moved freely from side to side across the centre of the gear pattern. Check that neutral is selected before starting the engine when appropriate.

Checking neutral with a manual gear lever
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Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

109. Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

One drink affects every person in the same way.
The number of drinks matters more than their strength.
✓ Drink strength, serving size, and individual effects can vary.
You can judge your alcohol level by how sober you feel.

Alcohol concentration and serving sizes vary, and factors such as body size, food, medication, and time can affect impairment.

Alcoholic drinks with different strengths and serving sizes
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What should you do if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

110. What should you do if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

✓ Slow down and avoid them smoothly when safe.
Maintain speed and drive over smaller stones.
Move toward the centre of the road without slowing down.
Swerve around them immediately without checking traffic.

Loose rocks can damage tyres, affect steering, or block part of the road. Reduce speed and avoid sudden movements. If rocks are actively falling, do not enter or stop in the danger area. Keep a safe distance and, if necessary, wait in a safe place until it is safe to continue.

Fallen rocks on a mountain road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

111. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low tyre pressure.
Power-steering warning.
Engine-management warning.
✓ Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the electronic stability control (ESC) system. It may flash when the system is actively helping to maintain stability. If it remains illuminated, the system may be switched off or have a fault.

Electronic stability control symbol on the dashboard
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Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

112. Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

Use whichever markings give you the shortest route.
Ignore markings and follow only the vehicle ahead.
✓ The temporary markings that show the current traffic route.
Follow the old permanent markings if they are still visible.

Temporary road markings may replace the normal lane layout during roadworks. Follow the markings and signs that currently guide traffic.

Temporary road markings through a roadworks area
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Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

113. Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

✓ It can reduce control and increase the risk of skidding.
It can increase tyre pressure during the turn.
It can make the tyres grip the road more strongly.
It can make the steering feel heavier.

Hard braking on a curve can upset the vehicle's balance and reduce grip. Slow down before the curve and steer smoothly.

Vehicle braking while negotiating a bend
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

114. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Windscreen washer.
Windscreen wiper speed.
Air recirculation.
Front windscreen demister.

This symbol indicates the windscreen washer. Operating the control sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen and normally activates the wipers to help clean the glass.

Windscreen-washer control and spray symbol
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What is the purpose of the clutch pedal in a manual vehicle?

115. What is the purpose of the clutch pedal in a manual vehicle?

To slow the vehicle using the brakes.
✓ To disconnect the engine from the transmission.
To apply the parking brake.
To increase the engine speed.

Pressing the clutch pedal temporarily disconnects the engine from the transmission, allowing the driver to change gear or stop without stalling the engine.

Clutch pedal in a manual vehicle
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

116. What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

Drink coffee before driving.
✓ Do not drive until the effect has passed.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.
Drive only for short distances.

If a medicine causes drowsiness, your concentration, judgement, and reaction time may be reduced. Do not drive until you are fit to do so and the effect has passed.

Drowsiness after taking medicine
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What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

117. What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

Select reverse gear.
Press the accelerator lightly.
✓ Keep the brake pedal pressed.
Release the parking brake.

An automatic vehicle may creep forward when D (Drive) is selected, even without pressing the accelerator. Keep the brake pedal pressed while stationary to prevent unintended movement.

Automatic gear selector in Drive and brake-pedal control
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What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

118. What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

Continue driving slowly until the steam stops.
Pour cold water over the engine immediately.
Keep the engine running so the cooling system keeps working.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and keep clear until it has cooled.

Steam can indicate an overheated and pressurised cooling system. Do not remove the coolant cap while the system is hot.

Steam rising from underneath a vehicle's bonnet
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Why should a motorcycle helmet be worn correctly and securely fastened?

119. Why should a motorcycle helmet be worn correctly and securely fastened?

To improve the rider's hearing in traffic.
✓ To reduce the risk of serious head injury in a collision.
To make the motorcycle easier to balance.
To prevent the motorcycle from skidding.

A correctly fitted and securely fastened motorcycle helmet helps protect the rider's head and can reduce the risk and severity of head injury in a collision or fall.

Motorcyclist wearing a securely fastened helmet
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

120. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Dipped headlights.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Exterior-light failure.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates a possible failure of an exterior vehicle light, such as a headlight, tail light, brake light or indicator. Check the vehicle's exterior lights and replace or repair any faulty light.

Exterior-light failure warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you avoid travelling with the seatback excessively reclined?

121. Why should you avoid travelling with the seatback excessively reclined?

✓ It can reduce how effectively the seat belt restrains you.
It can prevent the head restraint from being adjusted.
It can cause the seat belt to lock during normal driving.
It can cause the seat to slide forwards when braking.

An excessively reclined seat can affect how the seat belt fits and restrains your body and may increase the risk of sliding under the lap belt in a collision. Sit in a reasonably upright position so the lap belt stays low across the hips and the shoulder belt lies correctly across the chest.

Vehicle seat with an excessively reclined backrest
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Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

122. Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

They apply only to road workers.
✓ They are used to protect people and manage hazards.
They can be ignored when the road looks clear.
They apply only when traffic is congested.

Temporary speed limits may be used near roadworks, accidents, events, or dangerous conditions. They help keep traffic safe.

Temporary speed-limit sign at roadworks
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Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

123. Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

✓ It may overheat because it is not designed for continuous high-power charging.
It can make the vehicle battery lose capacity immediately.
It will always charge the vehicle too quickly.
It prevents the vehicle from locking while charging.

An ordinary household extension lead may not be designed for the sustained electrical load required for EV charging and can overheat. Use suitable approved charging equipment and follow the vehicle and charging-equipment manufacturer's instructions.

Extension lead used for electric-vehicle charging
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Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

124. Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

True.
✓ False.

Speed limits apply at all times unless a different limit is clearly indicated.

Speed-limit sign beside a road
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Which side do people drive on in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

125. Which side do people drive on in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Left-hand side.
✓ Right-hand side.

Traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Road traffic and the designated driving side
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What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

126. What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

✓ Slow down and use the washers and wipers to restore clear vision.
Continue driving and wait for the spray to clear.
Switch off the wipers until the windscreen dries.
Use the demister instead of the washers.

Clear visibility is essential. Slow down safely and use your washers and wipers until you can see the road clearly again.

Mud and spray obscuring a vehicle's windscreen
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What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

127. What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

The vehicle may automatically slow down.
✓ A sudden gust may affect your vehicle.
The road surface may suddenly become more slippery.
Higher speed limits.

Buildings, trees, and other obstacles can block wind. When you leave shelter, a sudden gust may push your vehicle.

Vehicle leaving a sheltered stretch of road
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Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

128. Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

To keep the windscreen clear.
To make the brakes respond faster.
✓ To see better and be seen by others.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Headlights help you see the road and make your vehicle more visible to other road users in fog, rain, darkness, or poor weather.

Vehicle using headlights in reduced visibility
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Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

129. Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

To make the vehicle headlights work more effectively.
To prevent the automatic lights from switching on.
Because tunnel lighting can damage dark lenses.
✓ Your eyes need to adjust to the lower light level.

Dark sunglasses reduce the amount of light reaching your eyes and can make hazards inside a tunnel harder to see.

Driver removing sunglasses before entering a tunnel
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Why should a front passenger keep their feet off the dashboard?

130. Why should a front passenger keep their feet off the dashboard?

It can prevent the passenger airbag from deploying.
It can make the front seat slide forwards during braking.
It can interfere with the rear-view mirror.
✓ It can greatly increase the risk of injury if the airbag deploys.

A front airbag deploys very quickly and with considerable force. If a passenger has their feet or legs on the dashboard, airbag deployment can force their legs backwards and greatly increase the risk of serious injury. Passengers should sit normally with their feet in the footwell and wear their seat belts correctly. The driver should make sure everyone is seated and restrained safely before setting off.

Passenger resting their feet on the dashboard
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What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

131. What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

Press the brake and accelerator together.
Rest your foot lightly on the brake while driving.
✓ Position your right foot over the brake, ready to press it.
Apply the parking brake slightly.

To cover the brake, move your right foot over the brake pedal without pressing it, so you are ready to brake quickly if a hazard develops.

Right foot positioned over the brake pedal
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

132. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Differential lock.
Parking assistance.
✓ Four-wheel-drive system.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's four-wheel-drive system, which can transmit power to all four wheels. The exact symbol and operating modes vary between vehicles.

Four-wheel-drive system symbol on the dashboard
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What does the ON position of a traditional ignition switch normally do?

133. What does the ON position of a traditional ignition switch normally do?

✓ Switches on the vehicle's electrical systems without operating the starter.
Switches off all electrical accessories.
Turns the starter motor.
Locks the steering.

The ON position normally switches on the vehicle's electrical and ignition systems without operating the starter motor. The engine is started by turning the key further to the START position.

ON position on a traditional ignition switch
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Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

134. Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

✓ They could roll into the pedals and interfere with control.
They could make it harder to adjust the driver's seat.
They could damage the carpet around the pedals.
They could block the footwell ventilation.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell, such as bottles, cans, or rubbish, can roll into the pedal area and interfere with the accelerator, brake, or clutch. Keep the footwell clear so you can operate the pedals safely and without obstruction.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell
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Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

135. Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

As low as possible.
Behind the neck only.
✓ Approximately level with the top of the head.
Level with the shoulders.

The head restraint should normally be adjusted so that its top is approximately level with the top of the head. This helps reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision.

Adjusting the head restraint to head height
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What should you do when approaching stationary or slow-moving traffic on a motorway?

136. What should you do when approaching stationary or slow-moving traffic on a motorway?

Change lanes immediately to avoid slowing down.
Brake only when the vehicle ahead begins braking.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely to keep traffic moving.
✓ Reduce speed early and be prepared to stop.

Motorway queues can appear suddenly. Early braking gives following traffic more time to react.

Slow-moving traffic ahead on a motorway
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Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

137. Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

To reduce fuel consumption.
To keep the windscreen from misting.
✓ To improve visibility and help other road users see you.
To reduce tyre wear inside the tunnel.

Tunnel lighting may be much darker than daylight. Dipped headlights help you see and make your vehicle more visible.

Vehicle using dipped headlights before entering a tunnel
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Why is it important to make yourself visible at night?

138. Why is it important to make yourself visible at night?

To make it safe to walk closer to moving traffic.
To avoid checking for approaching vehicles.
✓ To make drivers see you more easily.
To make drivers give way wherever you cross.

Bright or reflective clothing helps drivers notice pedestrians in low-light conditions.

Pedestrian visibility beside a road at night
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What should a motorcyclist do when approaching loose gravel?

139. What should a motorcyclist do when approaching loose gravel?

Brake hard while riding over it.
✓ Reduce speed before reaching it and use smooth controls.
Turn suddenly to avoid every loose stone.
Lean the motorcycle more than usual.

Loose gravel can significantly reduce tyre grip. Reduce speed before reaching it, keep the motorcycle as upright as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing the loose surface.

Motorcyclist approaching loose gravel
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

140. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Bonnet release.
Boot release.
Parking brake.
Fuel-filler flap release.

This control releases the bonnet so that it can be opened. A secondary safety catch under the bonnet normally has to be released before it can be fully raised.

Bonnet-release control and symbol
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Does the priority-to-the-right rule apply in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

141. Does the priority-to-the-right rule apply in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

No.
✓ Yes.

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the priority-to-the-right rule generally applies at uncontrolled intersections.

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What does a green traffic light mean?

142. What does a green traffic light mean?

You have priority over all other road users.
You may enter even if traffic is blocking the junction.
You may turn in any direction without checking the signs.
✓ You may proceed if it is safe.

A green light allows you to continue, but you must still watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.

Green traffic light at a junction
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What can slow engine cranking or dim lights indicate?

143. What can slow engine cranking or dim lights indicate?

Incorrect tyre pressure.
✓ A weak battery or charging-system problem.
A wheel-alignment problem.
A blocked air filter.

Slow starting, dim lights, or repeated battery warnings can indicate a weak battery, poor electrical connection, or a fault in the charging system.

Vehicle battery and difficulty starting the engine
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Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

144. Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

✓ Many animals are more active at these times.
Wild animals avoid roads during the rest of the day.
Speed limits change automatically at dawn and dusk.
Animals cannot see vehicles during daylight.

Many wild animals are most active around dawn and dusk, when visibility may also be reduced.

Wild animal beside a road in low light
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What should you do if traffic stops and a driver waves you across?

145. What should you do if traffic stops and a driver waves you across?

Watch the stopped driver instead of the other traffic.
Cross immediately once the driver waves you through.
✓ Check that all lanes are safe before crossing.
Assume traffic in the other lanes will also stop.

One driver may stop, but other vehicles may still be moving. Always check all lanes before crossing.

Driver waving a pedestrian across the road
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

146. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Steering-wheel adjustment.
Power-steering control.
Seat adjustment.
Exterior mirror adjustment.

This control adjusts the position of the steering wheel. Depending on the vehicle, the steering wheel may be moved up or down and forwards or backwards to obtain a safe and comfortable driving position.

Control for adjusting the steering-wheel position
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Why should you check blind spots before moving off?

147. Why should you check blind spots before moving off?

To check whether the road ahead is clear.
To judge the speed of traffic approaching from behind.
To confirm other drivers have seen your indicator.
✓ A cyclist, pedestrian, or vehicle may be beside you.

Mirrors do not show every area around your vehicle. A blind-spot check can reveal cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists, or vehicles before you move off.

Driver checking a blind spot before moving off
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What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

148. What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

Your vehicle colour and approximate location.
✓ Your exact location, direction of travel, vehicle details, and the problem.
Your name, destination, and planned route.
Only the road name and nearest town.

Road numbers, junctions, location markers, direction of travel, and a clear description of the incident help assistance reach you quickly.

Requesting help after a vehicle breakdown
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

149. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
Engine-management warning.
✓ Automatic start-stop system.
Cruise control.

This symbol relates to the automatic start-stop system, which can switch the engine off temporarily while the vehicle is stationary and restart it when driving resumes. The exact colour and appearance may vary between vehicles.

Automatic start-stop system symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you never reverse or make a U-turn inside a tunnel unless directed?

150. Why should you never reverse or make a U-turn inside a tunnel unless directed?

Tunnel ventilation works only in the normal direction of travel.
✓ It can cause a serious collision with approaching traffic.
The tunnel may be too narrow for the vehicle to turn.
Reversing can interfere with the tunnel lighting.

Other drivers may not expect a vehicle to reverse or turn around. Only change direction when instructed by police or tunnel staff.

Vehicle manoeuvring inside a road tunnel
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