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True/false 17 Brussels 87 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 65 Show all 718
Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

451. Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

Yes, if you use several of them together.
Only coffee can replace proper rest.
✓ No, they may only increase alertness temporarily.
Yes, but only during daylight.

Coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music may make you feel more alert for a short time, but they do not remove fatigue. If you are too tired to drive safely, stop somewhere safe and get proper rest.

Stimulant drinks and driver tiredness
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What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

452. What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

Force your way into the nearest gap.
Stop at the end of the entry lane and wait for a large gap.
✓ Match your speed, check around you, and merge into a safe gap.
Merge as soon as the entry lane begins.

Use the entry lane to build a suitable speed, check carefully, signal, and merge only when it is safe.

Vehicle joining a motorway from an entry lane
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What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

453. What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

Whether the parking brake is applied.
✓ Whether the vehicle's speed is suitable for the lower gear.
Whether the headlights are switched on.
Whether the steering wheel is centred.

Before selecting a lower gear, make sure the vehicle's speed is suitable for that gear. Selecting too low a gear at excessive speed can cause harsh engine braking and place unnecessary stress on the drivetrain.

Selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle
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When should you select P (Park) in an automatic vehicle?

454. When should you select P (Park) in an automatic vehicle?

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

Select P (Park) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Selecting Park while the vehicle is moving can damage the transmission.

Selecting Park after an automatic vehicle stops
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What should you do if your vehicle develops a serious fault while driving?

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

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

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.

Vehicle stopped after developing a mechanical fault
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Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence BE?

456. 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 should you normally select before leaving an automatic vehicle parked?

457. What should you normally select before leaving an automatic vehicle parked?

D (Drive).
✓ P (Park).
N (Neutral).
R (Reverse).

Select P (Park) before leaving an automatic vehicle parked. Park locks the transmission to help prevent the vehicle from rolling; the parking brake should also be applied.

Park position on an automatic gear selector
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Which roads are most likely to cause aquaplaning?

458. Which roads are most likely to cause aquaplaning?

Roads exposed to strong sunlight.
✓ Roads with standing water or deep puddles.
Roads with freshly painted road markings.
Roads with loose chippings.

Standing water can collect in dips, ruts, or puddles, increasing the chance that tyres will lose grip.

Standing water on a road surface
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What is the general minimum legal tread depth for car tyres in Brussels?

459. What is the general minimum legal tread depth for car tyres in Brussels?

2.0 mm.
✓ 1.6 mm.
1.5 mm.
1.0 mm.

The general minimum legal tread depth for car tyres in Brussels is 1.6 mm. Higher minimums may apply to winter tyres, during winter periods or in winter conditions.

Measuring tread depth on a vehicle tyre
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What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

460. What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

Brake hard immediately to stop the vehicle moving sideways.
Accelerate to make the vehicle more stable.
✓ Keep calm and steer smoothly to maintain your lane.
Turn sharply against the direction of the wind.

Strong winds can push your vehicle off course, especially at higher speeds. Reduce speed and use smooth steering to stay in control.

Crosswind affecting a vehicle's road position
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What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

461. What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

To select reverse gear.
To unlock the steering.
To apply the service brakes.
✓ To release the handbrake mechanism.

To release a manual handbrake, pull the lever up slightly, press and hold the release button, then lower the lever under control.

Release button on a manual handbrake lever
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How should you position your vehicle beside a fuel pump?

462. How should you position your vehicle beside a fuel pump?

At an angle so the rear of the vehicle is closest to the pump.
With the fuel hose stretched tightly across the vehicle.
✓ With the fuel-filler side close enough for the hose to reach safely.
Wherever there is space, regardless of the fuel-filler position.

Position the vehicle so the fuel filler is close to the pump and the hose can reach without being stretched tightly across or around the vehicle. Stop within the designated refuelling area and leave enough space to use the pump safely.

Vehicle positioned beside a fuel pump
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

463. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Main beam.
Front fog lights.
✓ Sidelights.
Dipped headlights.

This symbol indicates that the sidelights, also known as position or parking lights, are switched on. They help make the vehicle visible to other road users but provide little illumination of the road ahead.

Sidelight indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when approaching a hill crest?

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

Overtake before reaching the crest.
✓ Slow down and be prepared for hidden hazards.
Move toward the centre of the road for a better view.
Maintain speed if no traffic is visible.

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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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence D?

465. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence D?

Car.
Truck.
✓ Bus.
Moped.

Driving licence D is mainly associated with buses. Category D1 covers smaller buses, D covers larger buses, and D1E and DE allow heavier trailers.

Driving licence card for category D
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Is a high-visibility vest required in cars in Brussels?

466. Is a high-visibility vest required in cars in Brussels?

No.
✓ Yes.

Cars in Brussels are required to carry a high-visibility vest.

High-visibility vest for roadside use
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Which Belgian moped class is limited to a maximum design speed of 25 km/h?

467. Which Belgian moped class is limited to a maximum design speed of 25 km/h?

Class B.
✓ Class A.

A Belgian class A moped has a maximum design speed of no more than 25 km/h. It may be ridden from the age of 16 without a driving licence.

Belgian class A moped limited to 25 km/h
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How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

468. How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

Keep the steering fixed while you move past it.
✓ Be prepared for sudden wind changes when passing.
Stay close beside it to remain sheltered from the wind.
Use the horn before moving alongside the vehicle.

Large vehicles can block wind and then expose you to strong gusts when you pass them.

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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

469. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

Ride as close to the edge of the road as possible.
✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.
Make sudden steering movements whenever the wind changes.
Accelerate to get through the windy area quickly.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

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Why is riding a bicycle after drinking alcohol dangerous?

470. Why is riding a bicycle after drinking alcohol dangerous?

A small amount of alcohol improves balance.
✓ Alcohol can reduce your balance, coordination, judgement, and reaction time.
Alcohol affects driving more than cycling.
A helmet protects you from alcohol-related risks.

Alcohol can make it harder to balance, steer, judge distances, and react to hazards. Riding a bicycle while impaired may also be against the law.

Alcohol consumption and bicycle-riding safety
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What should a motorcyclist do when approaching loose gravel?

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

Accelerate sharply to cross it quickly.
✓ Reduce speed before reaching it and use smooth controls.
Brake hard while riding over it.
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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Who may normally use a Belgian school street while its restriction is active?

472. Who may normally use a Belgian school street while its restriction is active?

All residents and delivery vehicles.
✓ Pedestrians, cyclists, and speed-pedelec riders.
Only school employees.
All motor vehicles travelling below 20 km/h.

A school street is normally reserved for pedestrians, bicycles, and speed pedelecs. Emergency vehicles and specially authorised vehicles may be exceptions.

Restricted school street used by pedestrians and cyclists
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What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

473. What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

Signal and expect approaching traffic to slow down.
Pull out as soon as there is enough space for your vehicle.
✓ Check all around, signal, and enter only when there is a safe gap.
Check your mirrors only and pull out if they look clear.

Check mirrors and blind spots, signal clearly, and build up speed safely without causing approaching traffic to brake suddenly.

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What is the minimum licence for a 12,000 kg C1 combination with a trailer over 750 kg?

474. What is the minimum licence for a 12,000 kg C1 combination with a trailer over 750 kg?

Licence CE.
Licence BE.
Licence C.
✓ Licence C1E.

Category C1E covers a category C1 vehicle towing a trailer or semi-trailer over 750 kg, provided the maximum authorised mass of the combination does not exceed 12,000 kg.

Category C1 vehicle and trailer combination up to 12,000 kg
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What should you do if a large animal suddenly enters your path?

475. What should you do if a large animal suddenly enters your path?

Swerve sharply into another lane.
Turn suddenly toward the roadside.
✓ Brake firmly while keeping control of the vehicle.
Release the steering wheel and brake hard.

If a large animal enters the road, brake firmly while keeping the vehicle under control. Avoid sudden swerving, as this can cause you to lose control or collide with other traffic.

Large animal entering a vehicle's path
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What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

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

Your steering may become lighter.
The vehicle may automatically slow down.
✓ A sudden gust may affect your vehicle.
The road surface may suddenly become more slippery.

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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

477. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

ABS fault.
✓ Brake-pad wear warning.
Parking brake applied.
Low tyre pressure.

This symbol indicates that the brake pads may be worn and should be inspected. Continuing to drive with excessively worn brake pads can reduce braking performance and damage other brake components.

Brake-pad wear warning symbol on the dashboard
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Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

478. Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

On a slight slope if the parking brake is applied.
Where the puncture occurred, as long as the hazard lights are on.
✓ On firm, level ground well away from moving traffic.
As close to moving traffic as possible to keep off the verge.

The vehicle must be stable and protected from traffic. Apply the parking brake and follow the manufacturer's wheel-changing instructions.

Wheel change on firm ground away from traffic
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How can you check which fuel is suitable for your vehicle?

479. How can you check which fuel is suitable for your vehicle?

Use petrol unless the engine sounds like a diesel.
Choose the fuel that has the same colour nozzle as last time.
✓ Check the fuel-filler label, fuel cap, or vehicle information.
Ask another driver with a similar-looking vehicle.

Before refuelling, check which fuel type the vehicle requires. The correct fuel is often shown inside the fuel-filler flap, on or near the fuel cap, or in the vehicle information or owner's manual. Do not rely only on nozzle colours, as these can vary between filling stations and countries.

Checking the fuel label before refuelling
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What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

480. What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

Cross the painted separation area back to the exit.
Use an emergency opening in the central reservation.
✓ Continue to the next exit.
Move onto the shoulder and reverse carefully.

Never reverse or make a sudden manoeuvre. Continue safely and change your route at the next suitable exit.

Vehicle continuing past a motorway exit
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Are winter tyres generally required in Brussels?

481. Are winter tyres generally required in Brussels?

Yes, throughout winter.
Yes, throughout the year.
✓ No.

Winter tyres are not generally required for cars in Brussels, although they may still be recommended or required in specific situations.

Winter tyres for cold-weather driving
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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

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

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

Changing to a higher gear in a manual vehicle
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Why are tyre condition and pressure especially important on a motorcycle?

483. Why are tyre condition and pressure especially important on a motorcycle?

✓ They directly affect grip, stability, and braking.
They affect only comfort at high speed.
They matter only when carrying a passenger.
They mainly affect the engine temperature.

A motorcycle relies on a relatively small area of tyre contact with the road. Correct tyre pressure, tread and condition are important for grip, steering, stability and braking. Check the tyres regularly and follow the manufacturer's recommended pressures.

Checking the condition of a motorcycle tyre
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What should you do before turning across a cycle lane?

484. What should you do before turning across a cycle lane?

✓ Check mirrors and blind spots carefully for cyclists.
Ignore the cycle lane if you are signalling.
Turn quickly before cyclists reach the junction.
Sound your horn and turn immediately.

Cyclists may be beside or behind you when you turn. Check mirrors and blind spots, signal clearly, and turn only when it is safe.

Vehicle preparing to turn across a cycle lane
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What should you check before starting a manual vehicle?

485. What should you check before starting a manual vehicle?

That first gear is selected and the accelerator is pressed.
That reverse gear is selected.
✓ That the gearbox is in neutral and the clutch is pressed.
That the parking brake is released.

Before starting a manual vehicle, make sure the gearbox is in neutral and press the clutch pedal. This helps prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly when the engine starts.

Clutch and gear checks before starting a manual vehicle
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How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

486. How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

Pump the pedal repeatedly.
Use the parking brake instead.
✓ Apply pressure progressively.
Press it as hard as possible immediately.

For normal braking, apply the brake pedal progressively and smoothly. As the vehicle comes to a stop, easing the pressure slightly can help avoid a sudden jerk.

Progressive brake-pedal pressure for a smooth stop
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When must a driver wear a reflective vest after a motorway breakdown?

487. When must a driver wear a reflective vest after a motorway breakdown?

Only if the breakdown happens at night.
Only when passengers remain inside.
A safety vest is never required.
✓ When leaving the vehicle where stopping or parking is prohibited.

On motorways and express roads, the driver must wear a reflective safety vest when leaving a broken-down vehicle that is stopped where stopping or parking is prohibited.

Driver wearing a reflective vest after a motorway breakdown
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

488. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low engine coolant level.
Low washer fluid.
Low tyre pressure.
Engine overheating.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant level is low. Check the coolant level when the engine is cool and refill it with the correct coolant if necessary.

Low coolant-level warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why can swerving suddenly to avoid a small animal be dangerous?

489. Why can swerving suddenly to avoid a small animal be dangerous?

✓ You may lose control or collide with another road user.
Swerving increases the vehicle's stopping distance.
Small animals usually move away before you reach them.
The tyres can be damaged by sudden steering.

A sudden swerve can take you into another lane, off the road, or into nearby traffic.

Small animal in the road ahead of a vehicle
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What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

490. What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

✓ Stop if you can do so safely.
Stop even if this requires sudden harsh braking.
Treat it like a green light until it turns red.
Continue at the same speed if the junction looks clear.

An amber light warns that the signal is changing. Stop if it is safe, but avoid sudden braking that could cause danger behind you.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

491. 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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What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

492. What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

The speed limit automatically increases.
✓ Less space between your vehicle, barriers, and other traffic.
Large vehicles must stop before entering the narrow section.
All vehicles must drive in the centre of the lane.

Narrow lanes leave less room for error. Keep a steady position, avoid drifting toward barriers or nearby vehicles, and reduce speed if necessary.

Narrow traffic lanes through roadworks
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Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

493. Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

Motorcycles need less space to stop than cars.
Motorcyclists cannot see vehicles directly behind them.
Following closely makes it easier to overtake safely.
✓ Motorcycles can slow down quickly and are more vulnerable.

Motorcyclists are more exposed than car drivers. Extra following distance gives you more time to react safely.

Following distance behind a motorcycle
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Must cars carry equipment for dealing with a puncture in Brussels?

494. Must cars carry equipment for dealing with a puncture in Brussels?

✓ No.
Yes.

Cars in Brussels are not generally required to carry a spare wheel or tyre repair kit.

Vehicle equipment for dealing with a puncture
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What should you do when a school-transport vehicle uses all its indicators?

495. What should you do when a school-transport vehicle uses all its indicators?

✓ Reduce speed considerably and stop if necessary.
Continue at the same speed.
Overtake it immediately.
Drive between the vehicle and the pavement.

When a marked school-transport vehicle uses all its direction indicators to show that children are entering or leaving, approaching drivers must be especially careful, reduce speed considerably, and stop if necessary.

School-transport vehicle with all direction indicators flashing
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At what age can you obtain a Belgian provisional licence M36?

496. At what age can you obtain a Belgian provisional licence M36?

✓ 17 years.
16 years.
18 years.
20 years.

A Belgian provisional driving licence M36 may be obtained from the age of 17. The learner must drive with an authorised guide.

Minimum age for a Belgian M36 provisional driving licence
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

497. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Cruise control.
Parking assistance.
Brake-system warning.
✓ Electronic parking brake.

This control operates the electronic parking brake. Pulling or pressing the switch applies or releases the parking brake, depending on the vehicle.

Electronic parking-brake switch and symbol
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Why should a motorcyclist avoid riding in another vehicle's blind spot?

498. Why should a motorcyclist avoid riding in another vehicle's blind spot?

The motorcycle will use more fuel.
✓ The driver may not be able to see the motorcycle.
The motorcycle's indicators may be harder to see.
The vehicle ahead must always change lanes.

Motorcycles can be difficult to see, particularly when they remain in another vehicle's blind spot. Avoid staying alongside a vehicle where the driver may not see you, and choose a position where you are more likely to be visible.

Motorcycle in another vehicle's blind spot
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You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

499. You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

False.
✓ True.

Checking your mirrors helps you see surrounding traffic before moving into another lane.

Driver checking a mirror before changing lanes
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What should you do if the vehicle consistently pulls to one side?

500. What should you do if the vehicle consistently pulls to one side?

✓ Check the tyre pressures and have the steering, alignment, and brakes inspected.
Keep driving and correct the steering as needed.
Increase speed to see if the vehicle straightens.
Reduce pressure in the tyre on the opposite side.

Persistent pulling can be caused by incorrect tyre pressure, wheel misalignment, suspension wear, or a braking fault. It should not be ignored.

Vehicle pulling to one side while travelling
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