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

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True/false 17 Belgium 84 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 65 Show all 715
Why should you leave extra space when following a large vehicle?

251. Why should you leave extra space when following a large vehicle?

To make it easier for the large vehicle to accelerate.
✓ To improve your view ahead and give yourself more time to react.
To reduce the amount of fuel your vehicle uses.
To prevent the large vehicle from changing lanes.

A large vehicle can block your view of traffic, signs, junctions, or hazards ahead. Leaving extra space improves your view and gives you more time to react if traffic slows or a hazard develops.

Large vehicle limiting a following driver's view
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

252. You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

True.
✓ False.

An amber light means you should stop if you can do so safely. If you are too close to stop safely, continue through the junction with caution.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

253. Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

Strong wind makes bicycle brakes less effective.
✓ They may be blown sideways unexpectedly.
Cyclists always ride more slowly in strong winds.
Wind increases the pressure in bicycle tyres.

Strong gusts can affect cyclists' balance and direction. Extra passing space reduces the risk of a collision.

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What should you do if a motorcycle's drive chain is too loose?

254. What should you do if a motorcycle's drive chain is too loose?

Lubricate it and ignore the loose tension.
Keep riding if the motorcycle still moves normally.
✓ Adjust it correctly or have it checked before riding.
Tighten it as much as possible.

A loose drive chain can affect power transmission, damage components, or come off the sprockets. The chain should have the correct tension and lubrication specified by the motorcycle manufacturer. A chain that is too tight can also cause damage.

Loose drive chain on a motorcycle
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Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

255. Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

Either foot at the same time.
Both feet together.
✓ The right foot.
The left foot.

In an automatic vehicle, the right foot should normally operate both the brake and accelerator pedals. The left foot should rest on the footrest to reduce the risk of pressing both pedals at the same time.

Right-foot control of an automatic vehicle's pedals
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Are bicycle helmets generally required in Belgium?

256. Are bicycle helmets generally required in Belgium?

Yes, for all adults.
Yes, for all cyclists.
✓ No.

Bicycle helmets are not generally required for all cyclists in Belgium, although specific age or regional rules may apply.

Cyclist wearing a bicycle helmet
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What should you expect when leaving a tunnel in bright sunlight?

257. What should you expect when leaving a tunnel in bright sunlight?

The steering becoming heavier.
✓ Temporary glare and reduced visibility.
The brakes becoming more powerful.
The road surface becoming more slippery.

Your eyes may need time to adjust from the darker tunnel to bright daylight. Reduce speed if necessary and remain alert.

Bright sunlight at the exit of a road tunnel
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Why should heavy items be placed low and evenly distributed?

258. Why should heavy items be placed low and evenly distributed?

To reduce fuel consumption.
✓ To help keep the vehicle stable.
To reduce wear on the engine.
To increase the available luggage space.

A high or uneven load can make the vehicle unstable, especially during braking, cornering, or sudden steering.

Heavy luggage positioned low in a vehicle
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What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

259. What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

Cross quickly if you cannot see a train.
Stop only when the barriers are fully lowered.
✓ Stop and wait until the barriers are completely open.
Continue if the barriers are not fully closed.

Never enter a railway crossing when barriers are closing or warning signals are active. Stop and wait until it is safe.

Barriers closing at a railway crossing
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What licence is needed for a B vehicle towing a trailer up to 3,500 kg above 4,250 kg combined MAM?

260. What licence is needed for a B vehicle towing a trailer up to 3,500 kg above 4,250 kg combined MAM?

Licence B.
✓ Licence BE.
Licence C1E.
Licence B with Code 96.

Category BE covers a category B towing vehicle with a trailer or semi-trailer having a maximum authorised mass of up to 3,500 kg. Category B with Code 96 is limited to combinations with a maximum authorised mass of up to 4,250 kg.

Car and trailer combination for category BE
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Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

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

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

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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You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

262. You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

✓ True.
False.

Seat belts reduce the risk of serious injury and should be worn on every trip, even short ones.

Driver wearing a seat belt for a car journey
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Why should you leave a safe following distance inside a tunnel?

263. Why should you leave a safe following distance inside a tunnel?

Because vehicles ahead cannot see you in their mirrors.
Because tunnels usually have a poor road surface.
✓ You need enough space to react if traffic slows or stops.
To make it easier for other vehicles to overtake.

Limited space and visibility can make incidents inside tunnels especially dangerous. A safe gap gives you more time to react.

Gap between vehicles travelling through a tunnel
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What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

264. What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

✓ The time between wiper sweeps.
The amount of washer fluid sprayed.
The brightness of the dashboard.
The speed of the rear wiper.

The intermittent wiper interval control adjusts the time between windscreen-wiper sweeps, allowing the driver to match the wiping frequency to light rain or spray.

Interval adjustment for intermittent windscreen wiping
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What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

265. What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

Drive closer so they notice your presence.
Use your horn repeatedly to express your frustration.
Keep your course and expect them to correct their mistake.
✓ Stay calm and avoid creating more danger.

Road users can make mistakes. Staying calm and reacting safely helps prevent crashes.

Driver responding to another road user's mistake
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Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

266. Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

Immediately behind the vehicle so you remain visible.
Between the vehicle and the safety barrier.
In front of the vehicle while facing approaching traffic.
✓ Behind a safety barrier and well away from the vehicle and traffic.

A stationary vehicle can be struck by passing traffic. Waiting behind a barrier provides better protection.

People waiting behind a safety barrier after a breakdown
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Why is it important to make yourself visible at night?

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

To avoid checking for approaching vehicles.
To ensure drivers can always stop in time.
To make it safe to walk closer to moving traffic.
✓ To make drivers see you more easily.

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

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What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

268. What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

✓ Make sure it is safe and allowed.
Move out first and check whether the road is clear.
Signal and expect other traffic to make room.
Drive close behind before starting the overtake.

Before overtaking, check the road, mirrors, blind spots, signs, and markings, use your indicator, and only overtake when it is safe and permitted.

Vehicle preparing to overtake another vehicle
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Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

269. Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

To increase engine speed.
To lock the gear lever in position.
✓ To disengage the engine fully from the transmission.
To apply the brakes.

Pressing the clutch pedal fully disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing the gear to be changed smoothly and reducing unnecessary wear on the gearbox and clutch.

Clutch pedal pressed fully for a gear change
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At what age can you obtain a Belgian driving licence A1?

270. At what age can you obtain a Belgian driving licence A1?

20 years.
24 years.
17 years.
✓ 18 years.

Driving licence A1 may be obtained from the age of 18 in Belgium.

Minimum age for a Belgian category A1 driving licence
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Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

271. Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

Because phone signals can interfere with traffic lights.
Because a phone may be used only at low speeds.
Because phones must be switched off while cycling.
✓ It reduces your control and attention.

Using a phone can distract you and may prevent you from steering, braking, or reacting properly.

Cyclist using a handheld phone
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What should you do when driving near animals?

272. What should you do when driving near animals?

✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.
Sound your horn to make them move away.
Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn them.
Maintain speed if they remain beside the road.

Animals can move unpredictably. Slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop safely.

Animals near moving road traffic
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What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

273. What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

Licence B.
Licence D1E.
✓ Licence D.
Licence C.

Category D1 is limited to vehicles designed for no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver. A bus designed for more than 16 passengers therefore requires category D.

Bus designed for more than 16 passengers
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How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

274. How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

It affects only the driver of the parked vehicle.
✓ It can block the view between road users.
It improves visibility by slowing down traffic.
It blocks the view only for pedestrians.

Parking too close to a junction can block visibility. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians may have difficulty seeing each other in time.

Parked vehicle obstructing visibility near a junction
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What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

275. What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

Make sharp steering movements to test the remaining assistance.
Accelerate to make the steering easier.
Switch off the engine while moving to reset the system.
✓ Hold the wheel firmly, use greater steering effort, and stop safely.

The vehicle can normally still be steered, but much more effort may be required. Reduce speed and arrange an inspection.

Driver coping with a loss of power-steering assistance
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How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

276. How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

It makes your reactions faster.
It improves your ability to judge distance.
✓ It can reduce judgement, coordination, and reaction speed.
It has no effect if you drive slowly.

Alcohol affects several abilities needed for safe driving, including concentration, decision-making, coordination, and hazard perception.

Alcohol impairment and driving ability
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What should you do if traffic suddenly slows on a motorway?

277. What should you do if traffic suddenly slows on a motorway?

Brake suddenly as soon as you notice slower traffic.
✓ Slow down smoothly and warn traffic behind if needed.
Maintain speed until the vehicle ahead brakes.
Move onto the shoulder and continue driving.

When traffic slows suddenly, reduce speed smoothly, keep a safe distance, and use hazard lights if needed to warn following traffic.

Motorway traffic slowing ahead
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Why should you check for motorcyclists before changing lanes?

278. Why should you check for motorcyclists before changing lanes?

Motorcycles always travel faster than other traffic.
Motorcyclists must stop when a car changes lanes.
✓ Motorcycles can be harder to see and may be in your blind spot.
Motorcyclists are required to stay beside the kerb.

Motorcyclists are smaller and can be hidden in blind spots. Check mirrors, signal, and look carefully before changing lanes.

Motorcycle near a vehicle preparing to change lanes
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What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

279. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

Continue slowly if the vehicle still responds normally.
Wait until the next service to have it checked.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Stop only if another warning light appears.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

280. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Forward-collision warning.
Adaptive cruise control.
Electronic stability control.
Lane-departure warning.

This symbol relates to the forward-collision warning or automatic emergency braking system. It may warn the driver when the vehicle detects a risk of collision with traffic ahead.

Forward-collision warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you reduce speed in residential areas?

281. Why should you reduce speed in residential areas?

Overtaking is prohibited throughout residential areas.
Traffic from side roads must always give way.
Parked vehicles have priority over moving traffic.
✓ Pedestrians, cyclists, and children may be nearby.

Residential areas often have pedestrians, cyclists, parked vehicles, driveways, and children, and hazards may appear suddenly. Lower speed gives you more time to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling through a residential street
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How should an EV charging cable be positioned where pedestrians may pass?

282. How should an EV charging cable be positioned where pedestrians may pass?

✓ So it does not create a trip hazard or obstruct the route.
Across the shortest possible route, even if people walk there.
Loose on the ground so pedestrians can step over it.
Around nearby street furniture to keep it under tension.

An EV charging cable should be positioned so it does not create a trip hazard or unnecessarily obstruct pedestrians. Where a cable must cross a walking route, use an appropriate approved cable-management or protection system and follow local requirements.

Charging cable near a pedestrian route
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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

283. Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

Because vehicles ahead have priority in rain.
To reduce road surface damage.
✓ Because braking distances are longer.
Because wet roads make the speedometer less accurate.

Water reduces grip between the tyres and the road, so it takes longer to slow down or stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a wet road
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What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

284. What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

Use main beam to see further through the fog.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely as a guide.
Use hazard lights instead of normal headlights.
✓ Slow down and use the correct lights.

Fog makes it harder to see and be seen. Reduce speed, increase following distance, and use the correct lights.

Fog reducing visibility on a road
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Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence BE?

285. Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence BE?

A bus with a trailer over 750 kg.
A category B vehicle with any trailer.
A goods vehicle up to 7,500 kg.
✓ A category B vehicle with a trailer up to 3,500 kg.

Category BE covers combinations consisting of a category B towing vehicle and a trailer or semi-trailer with a maximum authorised mass of no more than 3,500 kg. Lighter combinations may already be covered by category B.

Car and trailer covered by category BE
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

286. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Oil-pressure warning.
Engine-management warning.
✓ Engine-temperature warning.
Low washer fluid.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. If it illuminates while driving, stop safely and allow the engine to cool before investigating the cause.

Engine-temperature warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

287. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking brake applied.
Airbag-system warning.
✓ Seat belt not fastened.
Brake-system warning.

This symbol is a seat-belt reminder. It indicates that the driver or another detected occupant has not fastened their seat belt.

Seat-belt reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

288. What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

Speed up to create more space behind you.
Move toward the centre to discourage them from passing.
Reduce the gap ahead so they cannot move into it.
✓ Stay calm and increase your safety margin ahead.

If someone follows too closely, avoid sudden actions. Keeping more space in front gives you more time to brake gently if needed. If it is safe, allow the tailgating vehicle to pass.

Following vehicle visible close behind
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Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

289. Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

✓ Yes, a lowered stand could catch the road and affect control.
No, it can remain down when riding slowly.
No, it only needs to be raised on motorways.
Yes, but only when carrying a passenger.

The side stand should be fully raised before riding. If it remains down, it may strike the road surface, particularly when turning, and could cause the rider to lose control.

Motorcycle side stand and pre-ride checks
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What should you do if fog becomes so thick that you cannot see safely?

290. What should you do if fog becomes so thick that you cannot see safely?

Follow the vehicle ahead closely for guidance.
Use main beam and keep driving.
Stop immediately in the traffic lane.
✓ Slow down and stop in a safe location away from traffic if necessary.

If visibility becomes dangerously poor, find a safe place to stop rather than continuing without being able to see clearly.

Dense fog obscuring the road ahead
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When may a driver use or handle a mobile electronic device with a screen?

291. When may a driver use or handle a mobile electronic device with a screen?

Only when holding it below the steering wheel.
✓ When stopped or parked, or when secured in a suitable holder.
Whenever traffic is moving slowly.
Whenever the device uses voice control.

A driver may not use, hold, or manipulate a mobile screen device while driving unless it is secured in a suitable holder. The restriction does not apply while the vehicle is legally stopped or parked. Waiting at a red light or in traffic does not count as being stopped.

Mobile electronic device used inside a vehicle
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What is the minimum licence for a 125 cm³, 11 kW motorcycle at 0.1 kW/kg?

292. What is the minimum licence for a 125 cm³, 11 kW motorcycle at 0.1 kW/kg?

Licence A2.
Licence A.
Licence B.
✓ Licence A1.

Category A1 covers motorcycles with an engine capacity not exceeding 125 cm³, power not exceeding 11 kW, and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.1 kW/kg.

125 cm³ motorcycle for category A1
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Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

293. Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

They can make the engine overheat.
✓ They can become dangerous projectiles during sudden braking or a collision.
They can increase the vehicle's fuel consumption.
They can interfere with the vehicle's exterior lights.

Loose objects can move or be thrown forwards during sudden braking or a collision. Secure luggage and other items so they cannot injure occupants or interfere with the driver or vehicle controls.

Loose luggage and objects inside a vehicle
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What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

294. What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

✓ Stay inside, use hazard lights, and call the emergency services.
Try to push the vehicle out of the traffic lane.
Walk along the road to find assistance.
Leave the vehicle and wait beside it for help.

If leaving the vehicle would put you in greater danger, remain restrained, make the vehicle visible, contact the emergency services, and follow their instructions.

Vehicle stranded among moving traffic
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

295. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Central door locking.
Airbag-system fault.
✓ Passenger airbag deactivation.
Child safety lock.

This control allows the front passenger airbag to be deactivated on vehicles equipped with this function. The airbag must be deactivated when a rear-facing child restraint is used on the front passenger seat.

Front passenger airbag deactivation control
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How should a passenger normally sit on a motorcycle?

296. How should a passenger normally sit on a motorcycle?

✓ Securely on the passenger seat with both feet on the footrests.
Sideways so they can get off more easily.
With one foot hanging down when travelling slowly.
Standing on the footrests when the road is uneven.

A motorcycle passenger should sit securely on the designated passenger seat, keep both feet on the footrests and avoid sudden movements that could affect the motorcycle's balance and stability.

Passenger seated on a motorcycle with feet on the footrests
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Why should you adjust the seat and mirrors correctly before driving?

297. Why should you adjust the seat and mirrors correctly before driving?

To reduce the vehicle's stopping distance.
To make blind spots disappear completely.
To improve the grip of the tyres.
✓ To maintain good control and a clear view around the vehicle.

A correct driving position helps you operate the pedals and steering comfortably and maintain proper control. Correctly adjusted mirrors improve your view around the vehicle and help reduce blind spots. Adjust both before starting your journey.

Adjusting the driving position and mirrors before a journey
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What is the general motorway speed limit for cars in Belgium?

298. What is the general motorway speed limit for cars in Belgium?

110 km/h.
✓ 120 km/h.
100 km/h.
130 km/h.

The general motorway speed limit for cars in Belgium is 120 km/h, unless signs indicate otherwise.

Motorway speed limits for cars
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What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

299. What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

Runs the wipers continuously at maximum speed.
Operates only the rear wiper.
✓ Operates the wipers automatically when rain is detected.
Sprays washer fluid automatically.

When AUTO is selected, a rain sensor can operate the windscreen wipers automatically and adjust their operation according to the amount of moisture detected on the windscreen.

AUTO setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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From what blood alcohol concentration is an ordinary driver in violation in Belgium?

300. From what blood alcohol concentration is an ordinary driver in violation in Belgium?

0.2 g/l or more.
✓ 0.5 g/l or more.
1.0 g/l or more.
0.8 g/l or more.

For most drivers, the punishable threshold begins at a blood alcohol concentration of 0.5 g/l, equivalent to 0.22 mg/l in exhaled alveolar air.

Alcohol limits for ordinary drivers in Belgium
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