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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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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Belgium
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 take extra care if oil or diesel is spilled on the road?

401. Why should you take extra care if oil or diesel is spilled on the road?

It can make the road surface much softer.
✓ It can make the road extremely slippery.
It can make the brakes overheat.
It can increase tyre pressure.

Oil, diesel and other fluids can create a very slippery road surface, particularly for motorcycles and bicycles. Reduce speed, avoid sudden braking or steering and keep the vehicle as stable as possible when crossing a contaminated area.

Oil or diesel spilled on a road surface
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Why should you obey traffic signs?

402. Why should you obey traffic signs?

✓ To improve safety for everyone.
To make sure you always have priority.
To avoid checking for other road users.
To let you drive at the maximum permitted speed.

Traffic signs help organise traffic and improve safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Traffic signs using Vienna-style designs
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Why should you avoid selecting N while driving downhill in an automatic vehicle?

403. Why should you avoid selecting N while driving downhill in an automatic vehicle?

✓ It reduces engine braking and vehicle control.
It increases engine braking.
It applies the parking brake.
It automatically selects a lower gear.

Selecting N (Neutral) while driving downhill disconnects the engine from the driven wheels, reducing engine braking. Keep an appropriate drive or gear selected so you can maintain better control of the vehicle.

Neutral selection and downhill coasting in an automatic vehicle
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How should pets be carried safely in a vehicle?

404. How should pets be carried safely in a vehicle?

✓ Securely restrained so they cannot distract the driver or move dangerously.
On the driver's lap if they remain calm.
Loose on the front passenger seat.
Beside an open window so they can see outside.

A pet moving freely inside a vehicle can distract the driver and may be thrown around during sudden braking or a collision. Use a suitable carrier, harness, barrier, or other secure restraint appropriate for the animal and vehicle.

Pet travelling inside a vehicle
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Why should you avoid driving through deep water?

405. Why should you avoid driving through deep water?

Deep water makes the engine use too much oil.
✓ It can damage your vehicle or make you lose control.
Driving through deep water is always prohibited.
Increase speed to maintain full control through the water.

Deep water can damage the engine, reduce braking ability, hide hazards, or cause the vehicle to lose grip. Reduce speed, assess the depth and conditions carefully, and avoid entering the water if you are unsure it is safe. If necessary, stop and use another route.

Deep water covering part of a road
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What should you do before changing lanes?

406. What should you do before changing lanes?

✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot.
Check the blind spot only after starting to move.
Check only the lane directly beside you.
Rely on your mirrors without checking the blind spot.

Always check your mirrors, look over your shoulder if necessary, and make sure it is safe before changing lanes.

Driver checking surrounding traffic before changing lanes
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

407. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

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

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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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

408. What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

Keep it pressed at the same position.
Press it fully while pressing the clutch.
Press the brake pedal instead.
✓ Ease off it while pressing the clutch.

When changing to a higher gear, ease off the accelerator as you press the clutch and select the next gear. Release the clutch smoothly and then apply the accelerator progressively.

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What should you do if your vehicle develops a serious fault while driving?

409. What should you do if your vehicle develops a serious fault while driving?

✓ Keep control, reduce speed, and move to a safe place if possible.
Stop immediately in the traffic lane.
Continue driving until the vehicle stops by itself.
Accelerate to see if the fault disappears.

Your first priority is to keep control of the vehicle. Reduce speed smoothly and move out of the path of traffic where possible, signalling when appropriate. Avoid harsh steering or braking unless necessary.

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What should you do before driving away after charging an electric vehicle?

410. What should you do before driving away after charging an electric vehicle?

Place the cable loosely beside the charging bay.
Drive forward slowly to disconnect the plug.
Leave the charging flap open so it can cool.
✓ Disconnect the charging cable and secure it properly.

Before driving away, disconnect the charging cable correctly and return it to the charger or store it securely in the vehicle, as appropriate. Close the charging port and check that the area around the vehicle is clear.

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What can uneven tyre wear indicate?

411. What can uneven tyre wear indicate?

The vehicle has been driven mainly at low speeds.
The wheels are correctly aligned.
The tyres have reached normal operating temperature.
✓ Incorrect pressure, poor alignment, or a suspension or braking problem.

Uneven wear may result from incorrect tyre pressure, wheel misalignment, worn suspension parts, or a brake that is not releasing properly.

Uneven wear across a vehicle tyre
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What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

412. What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

Pump it repeatedly.
Release it suddenly.
✓ Press it fully while maintaining firm brake pressure.
Keep it partly pressed.

During emergency braking in a manual vehicle, maintain firm pressure on the brake and press the clutch pedal fully so the engine does not stall as the vehicle slows. Do not reduce braking pressure while operating the clutch.

Brake and clutch operation during an emergency stop
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Which lights must a motorcyclist normally use during daylight in Belgium?

413. Which lights must a motorcyclist normally use during daylight in Belgium?

Only the parking lights.
No lights in clear weather.
✓ The dipped headlight and red rear light.
Only the high beam.

Two-wheeled mopeds and motorcycles must use their dipped headlight and red rear light continuously, including during daylight.

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What colour is a stop sign usually?

414. What colour is a stop sign usually?

✓ Red.
Yellow.
White.
Blue.

Stop signs are almost always red because red is universally associated with danger and the need to stop immediately.

Red octagonal stop sign
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Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

415. Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

It can switch off the air conditioning.
It can reduce tyre pressure.
It can overheat the engine.
✓ It can cause the windows to mist.

Using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions can allow moisture to build up inside the vehicle and increase window misting, especially when the air conditioning is not dehumidifying the air. Switching to fresh outside air can help clear condensation.

Air-recirculation setting and misted vehicle windows
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

416. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

It must always stop before reaching the top.
Its engine may become louder on the hill.
✓ It may slow down suddenly or roll backward.
Its tyres may warm up more quickly.

Vehicles may lose speed or briefly roll backward when starting on a steep incline. Extra space gives you more time to react.

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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

417. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Driving mode selection.
Four-wheel drive.
Cruise control.
Electronic stability control.

This control selects a driving mode. Depending on the vehicle, different modes can alter characteristics such as accelerator response, steering assistance, transmission behaviour or energy use.

Selector for the vehicle's driving modes
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What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

418. What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

Move closer to the centre so the other driver notices you.
Accelerate to pass the danger point more quickly.
Brake sharply as soon as the vehicle enters your lane.
✓ Slow down and move slightly aside if safe.

If an oncoming vehicle creates danger while overtaking, reduce speed and make space if it is safe to do so. Avoid sudden movements that could create an additional hazard.

Oncoming vehicle overtaking into the driver's lane
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Why should you avoid changing lanes inside an intersection?

419. Why should you avoid changing lanes inside an intersection?

✓ It can confuse other road users and increase collision risk.
It can reduce the effectiveness of your indicators.
It can make your route through the junction longer.
It can make it harder to maintain a steady speed.

Changing lanes inside an intersection can surprise drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. It is safer to choose the correct lane before entering.

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How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

420. How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

Use only one brake to avoid skidding.
Brake normally because wet roads do not affect grip.
Brake sharply once you are close to stopping.
✓ Brake earlier and more gradually than usual.

Wet surfaces reduce grip and increase stopping distance. Smooth, early braking helps prevent skidding.

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Why should you leave extra following distance when towing?

421. Why should you leave extra following distance when towing?

To reduce tyre wear on the towing vehicle.
✓ Your vehicle combination may take longer to stop.
To prevent the trailer from blocking your view.
To keep the trailer from moving side to side.

Towing adds weight and can increase stopping distance. Extra space gives you more time to react and brake smoothly.

Vehicle towing a trailer behind other traffic
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What should you do if your Belgian driving licence is stolen?

422. What should you do if your Belgian driving licence is stolen?

Replace it directly through BelDrive.
Take the driving test again.
✓ Report it to the police and apply through your municipality.
Wait to see whether it is returned.

If your Belgian driving licence is stolen, you must first report the theft to the police and then apply for a replacement through your municipality. A theft replacement cannot currently be requested through BelDrive.

Reporting and replacing a stolen Belgian driving licence
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How should luggage or other cargo be carried in or on a vehicle?

423. How should luggage or other cargo be carried in or on a vehicle?

Loosely in the boot so it can move a little.
Loosely in the passenger area for short journeys.
✓ Securely, within load limits, without blocking visibility or lights.
Where it is easiest to reach while driving.

Unsecured or overloaded cargo can affect steering and braking, injure occupants during sudden stops, or fall into the road. It must not obstruct the driver's view or vehicle lights.

Luggage and cargo carried in a vehicle
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When should you select R (Reverse) in an automatic vehicle?

424. When should you select R (Reverse) in an automatic vehicle?

Whenever you want to reduce speed.
Before pressing the brake pedal.
✓ After the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
While the vehicle is still moving forward slowly.

Select R (Reverse) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Selecting Reverse while the vehicle is still moving forward can damage the transmission.

Selecting Reverse in a stationary automatic vehicle
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What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

425. What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

To lock the seat in position.
✓ To release the seat belt.
To tighten the shoulder belt.
To adjust the belt height.

Pressing the button on the seat-belt buckle releases the latch so the belt can be unfastened. Keep the seat belt fastened whenever required while the vehicle is moving.

Release button on a seat-belt buckle
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What is the purpose of cruise control?

426. What is the purpose of cruise control?

To keep a fixed distance from the vehicle ahead.
To prevent the vehicle from exceeding any speed limit.
✓ To maintain a selected speed without continuous accelerator use.
To steer the vehicle automatically.

Cruise control can maintain a selected speed without the driver continuously pressing the accelerator. The driver must remain attentive and ready to brake or take control when necessary.

Vehicle cruise-control buttons and symbol
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What may happen when you press the accelerator fully in an automatic vehicle?

427. What may happen when you press the accelerator fully in an automatic vehicle?

The transmission selects Park.
The parking brake applies automatically.
The engine switches off.
✓ The transmission may shift to a lower gear for stronger acceleration.

In many automatic vehicles, pressing the accelerator fully can activate kickdown, causing the transmission to select a lower gear and provide stronger acceleration.

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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

428. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low engine oil.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Low fuel level.
Engine-temperature warning.

This symbol indicates that the fuel level is low. Refuel soon to reduce the risk of running out of fuel.

Low-fuel warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do with the parking brake before leaving a parked vehicle?

429. What should you do with the parking brake before leaving a parked vehicle?

Leave it partly applied.
Release it completely.
Apply it only on a slope.
✓ Apply it securely.

Before leaving a parked vehicle, apply the parking brake securely to help prevent unintended movement. Also select the appropriate gear or transmission position for parking.

Securing a parked vehicle with the parking brake
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What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

430. What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

Cover the chip so it cannot spread.
✓ Have it assessed and repaired promptly.
Clean the glass and continue driving normally.
Wait until the chip becomes a larger crack.

A chip can obstruct your view, weaken the glass, and develop into a larger crack. Have it checked and repaired promptly.

Stone chip in a vehicle's windscreen
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Where must you apply if your Belgian provisional driving licence is lost?

431. Where must you apply if your Belgian provisional driving licence is lost?

At an examination centre.
At a driving school.
At the vehicle registration office.
✓ At your municipality.

A lost Belgian provisional driving licence cannot currently be replaced through BelDrive. You must apply at the municipality where you are registered.

Replacement of a lost Belgian provisional driving licence
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Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

432. Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

Buses designed for any number of passengers.
✓ Minibuses for up to 16 passengers and no longer than 8 m.
Minibuses of any length.
Cars carrying no more than eight passengers.

Category D1 covers vehicles designed to carry no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver and with a maximum length of 8 metres. A trailer up to 750 kg may be towed.

Minibus covered by category D1
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How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

433. How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

✓ With the lap belt low across the hips and the shoulder belt across the chest.
Using only the lap section of the seat belt.
Loosely fitted so it does not press against the body.
With the lap belt positioned across the abdomen.

During pregnancy, a three-point seat belt should be worn correctly. The lap belt should sit low across the hips, below the abdomen, while the shoulder belt should pass across the chest and to the side of the abdomen. The belt should fit snugly and should not be placed behind the back or under the arm.

Seat-belt positioning during pregnancy
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

434. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

✓ Motorcycle.
Moped.
Bus.
Car.

Driving licence A is mainly associated with motorcycles. Category A1 covers lighter motorcycles, A2 covers medium-powered motorcycles, and A covers more powerful motorcycles.

Driving licence card for category A
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Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

435. Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

✓ It uses fuel without moving the vehicle.
It immediately damages the brakes.
It always causes the engine to overheat.
It makes the tyres lose pressure.

An idling combustion engine uses fuel while the vehicle is stationary. Avoid unnecessary idling where it is safe and appropriate to switch the engine off, taking account of the vehicle manufacturer's instructions and local rules.

Stationary vehicle with its engine idling
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What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

436. What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

Enter first if you reach the junction before another vehicle.
Rely on the priority rule without reducing your speed.
Check only the direction from which traffic usually has priority.
✓ Slow down, look carefully in all directions, and proceed only when safe.

At an uncontrolled junction, priority may not be obvious. Reduce speed, check carefully, and only enter when you are sure it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an uncontrolled junction
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Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Belgium?

437. Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Belgium?

✓ Yes.
No.

Cars in Belgium are required to carry a fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher carried in a vehicle
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What should you do if exhaust fumes begin entering the car?

438. What should you do if exhaust fumes begin entering the car?

Switch the ventilation to recirculation and keep driving.
Ignore the fumes if no warning lights appear.
✓ Open the windows, stop safely, leave the vehicle, and seek assistance.
Open the windows and continue to your destination.

Exhaust gases may contain carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and may not be visible. The exhaust system should be inspected before the vehicle is used again.

Vehicle exhaust fumes and cabin ventilation
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

439. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Rear window demister.
Air conditioning.
Front windscreen demister.
Windscreen washer.

This symbol indicates the rear window demister. It heats the rear window to help clear condensation, mist or frost and improve visibility.

Rear-window demister symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

440. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Power-steering warning.
Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Service or maintenance required.

This symbol indicates that the vehicle requires servicing or maintenance. The exact meaning and required maintenance can vary between vehicles, so check the vehicle information display or owner's manual.

Service reminder symbol on the dashboard
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You should adjust your mirrors before you start driving.

441. You should adjust your mirrors before you start driving.

False.
✓ True.

Properly adjusted mirrors improve visibility and help you monitor traffic around your vehicle.

Driver adjusting a mirror before setting off
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What should you do when approaching a hill crest?

442. What should you do when approaching a hill crest?

✓ Slow down and be prepared for hidden hazards.
Maintain speed if no traffic is visible.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely for guidance.
Move toward the centre of the road for a better view.

A hill crest can hide vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, or obstacles. Reduce speed and stay in your lane.

Vehicle approaching the crest of a hill
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What is the clutch biting point?

443. What is the clutch biting point?

The point where the engine switches off.
The point where the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
✓ The point where the clutch begins to transmit power to the wheels.
The point where the parking brake releases.

The clutch biting point is reached as the clutch pedal is released and the clutch begins to transmit power from the engine to the transmission. Controlling this point helps the driver move off smoothly.

Clutch-pedal control when moving off
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What is black ice?

444. What is black ice?

Snow mixed with road dirt.
Ice that forms only during darkness.
✓ A thin, often transparent layer of ice that can be difficult to see.
A dark patch of wet asphalt.

Black ice is difficult to detect because the road surface may look merely wet. It can cause a sudden and severe loss of grip.

Thin ice covering a road surface
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What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a busy road?

445. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a busy road?

Stay close to the vehicle so other drivers can see you.
Remain in the traffic lane even if you can move to safety.
Sound the horn continuously to warn other drivers.
✓ Move to a safe place, use hazard lights, and stay clear of traffic.

If your vehicle breaks down, make it visible and get yourself away from moving traffic. Safety comes before repairing the vehicle.

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Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

446. Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

They prevent the windscreen from misting.
They only need to work when you drive at night.
They make the vehicle use less fuel.
✓ They help you see, be seen, and communicate your intentions.

Dirty or faulty lights reduce visibility and make it harder for other road users to understand when you are braking, turning, reversing, or changing position.

Checking and cleaning a vehicle's exterior lights
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How should you normally brake on a motorcycle?

447. How should you normally brake on a motorcycle?

Use only the front brake.
Use only the rear brake.
✓ Use both brakes smoothly and progressively.
Apply both brakes as suddenly as possible.

During normal braking, use both the front and rear brakes smoothly and progressively. The front brake normally provides much of the braking force, while the rear brake also helps slow and stabilise the motorcycle. Sudden or poorly balanced braking can reduce stability or cause a wheel to lose grip.

Motorcyclist using the front and rear brakes
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Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

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

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

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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What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

449. What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

Assume the driver has seen you.
Enter the road before the vehicle reaches you.
✓ Do not rely on the signal alone, proceed only when it is safe.
Pull out because the vehicle will turn.

An indicator shows an intention, but it does not guarantee that the driver will turn. The signal may have been left on accidentally or the driver's intentions may change. Observe the vehicle's speed and position and proceed only when you are sure it is safe.

Another vehicle signalling to turn
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What does Code 01.01 on a Belgian driving licence mean?

450. What does Code 01.01 on a Belgian driving licence mean?

Glasses or contact lenses are required.
A hearing aid is required.
Driving is restricted to daylight.
✓ Glasses are required.

Code 01.01 means that the driver must wear glasses when driving the relevant vehicle category.

Code 01.01 requirement to wear glasses while driving
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