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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 Greece.

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True/false 17 Greece 33 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 640
What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

251. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

Sound the horn before reversing and proceed.
Check behind only after you start moving.
Rely on the reversing camera if one is fitted.
✓ Check all around and make sure it is safe.

Before reversing, check all around the vehicle, including blind spots, for pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, and other hazards. Reverse slowly and keep checking as you move.

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What should you check before starting a bicycle journey?

252. What should you check before starting a bicycle journey?

✓ The brakes, tyres, lights, and steering.
Only the tyres and chain.
Only the brakes if the journey is short.
The lights, but not the steering or brakes.

A basic safety check can reveal problems with the brakes, tyres, lights, or steering before they cause an accident.

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Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

253. Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

✓ Regular servicing can identify wear and maintain safety and reliability.
It allows vehicle problems to be ignored until the next service.
It prevents normal wear on important vehicle components.
It means routine checks between services are unnecessary.

Scheduled servicing helps ensure that brakes, tyres, fluids, filters, steering, suspension, and other important systems are checked and maintained before faults become more serious.

Vehicle maintenance following a servicing schedule
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What colour is a stop sign usually?

254. What colour is a stop sign usually?

Green.
Yellow.
White.
✓ Red.

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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What should you do when driving near animals?

255. What should you do when driving near animals?

Sound your horn to make them move away.
Move closer so you can pass before they react.
✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.
Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn them.

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

Animals near moving road traffic
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Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

256. Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

To prevent windscreen damage.
To make the headlights brighter.
✓ To see the road clearly.
To reduce fuel consumption.

A clean windscreen gives you a clear view of the road, signs, pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.

Cleaning a windscreen to improve the driver's view
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What should you do before driving if snow or ice covers your vehicle?

257. What should you do before driving if snow or ice covers your vehicle?

Clear only the windows and mirrors.
✓ Clear the windows, mirrors, lights, roof, and number plates.
Clear only the areas needed for your immediate view.
Let the heater clear the ice while you drive.

You need a clear view in every direction. Snow or ice left on the roof can also fall or blow onto other road users.

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You should adjust your mirrors before you start driving.

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

False.
✓ True.

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

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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

259. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Automatic headlights.
✓ Instrument-panel brightness.
Front fog lights.
Headlight level adjustment.

This control adjusts the brightness of the instrument panel and dashboard illumination, allowing the driver to reduce or increase the lighting level.

Control for adjusting instrument-panel brightness
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

260. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Automatic emergency braking.
Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's parking assistance system. Depending on the vehicle, the system may use sensors or cameras to detect obstacles and assist the driver while parking.

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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

261. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

This symbol indicates that the rear fog lights are switched on. Rear fog lights make the vehicle more visible from behind in conditions of severely reduced visibility, but they can dazzle other road users when used unnecessarily.

Rear fog-light symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you use your indicator before turning?

262. Why should you use your indicator before turning?

To give yourself priority over other traffic.
To show that the turn is safe to make.
✓ To show other road users what you plan to do.
To replace checking mirrors and blind spots.

Indicators help other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians understand your intentions in time.

Vehicle indicator signalling an intended turn
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Why should you reduce speed in residential areas?

263. 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.

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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

264. How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They clear water from the road more effectively.
They shorten the stopping distance on wet roads.
They make steering more responsive in heavy rain.

Tyre tread helps channel water away and maintain grip. Worn tyres cannot clear water as effectively, increasing stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning.

Worn tyre tread and wet-road grip
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What should you do if passengers are distracting you while driving?

265. What should you do if passengers are distracting you while driving?

Drive faster so you can finish the journey sooner.
Turn around briefly so you can speak to them.
✓ Ask them to stop and keep your attention on the road.
Ignore the traffic until the distraction has passed.

Passengers can reduce a driver's attention and concentration. If their behaviour becomes distracting, ask them to stop and keep your focus on driving. If necessary, stop somewhere safe before dealing with the situation.

Passengers distracting a driver
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What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

266. What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

✓ Reduce speed, observe carefully, and be ready to stop.
Maintain your speed if no traffic is visible.
Accelerate so you spend less time at the junction.
Watch only the traffic directly ahead of you.

Junctions create conflict points between road users. Slowing down gives you more time to see hazards and react safely.

Cyclist approaching a road junction
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Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

267. Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

It causes the tyres to lose pressure.
It prevents the brake lights from working properly.
It makes the steering less responsive afterwards.
✓ Vehicles behind may not have time to react.

Sudden braking can surprise drivers behind you and increase the risk of a rear-end collision.

Following traffic and the risk of sudden braking
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What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

268. What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

Brake suddenly so the object moves forwards.
✓ Keep control and stop safely before retrieving it.
Reach down and remove it while continuing to drive.
Keep driving unless the object touches a pedal.

Do not reach down for an object while driving, as this takes your attention away from the road and can affect vehicle control. If something falls into the driver's footwell, keep control of the vehicle and stop somewhere safe before removing it.

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What should you do before driving after taking medicine?

269. What should you do before driving after taking medicine?

Take an extra dose before a long journey.
✓ Check whether it may affect your ability to drive.
Drive normally if the medicine was prescribed.
Drive slowly until you know how it affects you.

Some medicines can affect driving ability by causing drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, slower reactions, or reduced concentration. Check the label or patient information and follow advice from your doctor or pharmacist before driving.

Checking medicine warnings before driving
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What should you do if a load extends beyond the vehicle?

270. What should you do if a load extends beyond the vehicle?

✓ Make sure it is legal, secure, and properly marked when required.
Leave it unmarked if it is easy to see.
Cover it with a cloth instead of marking it.
Secure only the part that remains inside the vehicle.

An extending load may create additional danger and may require specific markings or equipment under local rules.

Load projecting beyond a vehicle
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Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

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

Because tunnel lighting can damage dark lenses.
To make the vehicle headlights work more effectively.
To prevent the automatic lights from switching on.
✓ 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 you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

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

Cyclists must stop when a vehicle passes them.
Strong wind makes bicycle brakes less effective.
✓ They may be blown sideways unexpectedly.
Cyclists always ride more slowly in strong winds.

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

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

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

✓ P (Park).
D (Drive).
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 distance unit is used on road signs in Greece?

274. Which distance unit is used on road signs in Greece?

Miles.
✓ Kilometres.

Road distances in Greece are normally shown in kilometres.

Distance units used on road signs
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What is the minimum licence for a 35 kW motorcycle at 0.2 kW/kg, derived from 70 kW?

275. What is the minimum licence for a 35 kW motorcycle at 0.2 kW/kg, derived from 70 kW?

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

Category A2 covers motorcycles with power not exceeding 35 kW and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.2 kW/kg. The motorcycle must not be derived from a vehicle with more than double its power, so a 35 kW motorcycle may be derived from a vehicle of up to 70 kW.

35 kW motorcycle for category A2
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What is the purpose of cruise control?

276. What is the purpose of cruise control?

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

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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Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

277. Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

✓ It reduces engine braking and vehicle control.
It increases tyre pressure.
It locks the steering.
It applies the parking brake.

Keeping the clutch pedal pressed while the vehicle is moving disconnects the engine from the transmission. This reduces engine braking and can reduce your control of the vehicle.

Clutch held down while a vehicle is moving
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Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

278. Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

The parking-brake control.
The rear-window demister.
The headlight switch.
✓ The hazard warning light switch.

The hazard warning light switch activates all direction indicators at the same time to warn other road users of a hazard or emergency.

Hazard warning light switch and triangle symbol
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Why should you avoid sudden steering movements on snow or ice?

279. Why should you avoid sudden steering movements on snow or ice?

✓ They can cause the tyres to lose grip and the vehicle to skid.
They make the steering wheel harder to turn.
They reduce the effectiveness of the headlights.
They make the tyres wear more quickly.

Abrupt steering can overwhelm the limited grip available on a slippery surface. Steering smoothly helps keep the vehicle stable.

Steering a vehicle on a snowy road
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What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

280. What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

That the vehicle's headlights are switched on.
That the charger provides its maximum power.
That the vehicle doors remain unlocked.
✓ That the connector and charging equipment are suitable for the vehicle.

Charging connectors and charging capabilities can vary between vehicles and charging stations. Use compatible charging equipment that is suitable for the vehicle and follow the vehicle and charger manufacturer's instructions.

Matching an electric vehicle's connector to suitable charging equipment
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

281. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It keeps the trailer more stable in strong winds.
It improves braking on steep roads.
It reduces tyre wear on the towing vehicle.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

282. Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

The windscreen-wiper stalk.
✓ The lighting stalk.
The hazard warning switch.
The dashboard brightness control.

The lighting stalk is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights. The exact movement varies between vehicles, so check the vehicle controls before driving.

Lighting stalk for switching between dipped and main beam
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Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

283. 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 prevents the charging port from closing afterwards.
It will always charge the vehicle too quickly.

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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Why is riding a bicycle after drinking alcohol dangerous?

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

A helmet protects you from alcohol-related risks.
Cycling after drinking is safe on quiet roads.
A small amount of alcohol improves balance.
✓ Alcohol can reduce your balance, coordination, judgement, and reaction time.

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 you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

285. What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

Apply lubricant to the wiper blades.
Use the wipers at a higher speed.
✓ Clean the windscreen and blades, and replace worn blades.
Replace the washer pump instead of the blades.

Worn or dirty wiper blades can seriously reduce visibility in rain. Clean them first and replace them if they remain ineffective or damaged.

Wiper streaks on a vehicle's windscreen
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

286. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low tyre pressure.
Power-steering warning.
Brake-system warning.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates that one or more tyres may have low pressure. Check the tyre pressures and inspect the tyres for damage or a puncture.

Tyre-pressure warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if oncoming headlights dazzle you at night?

287. What should you do if oncoming headlights dazzle you at night?

Maintain your speed until the vehicle has passed.
Look briefly at the headlights to judge their position.
✓ Slow down and look toward the edge of your lane.
Move closer to the centre of the road for a clearer view.

Bright headlights can reduce your vision. Avoid staring at them, slow down if needed, and use the road edge or lane markings to guide you safely.

Oncoming headlights dazzling a driver at night
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Should passengers travel in an ordinary goods trailer?

288. Should passengers travel in an ordinary goods trailer?

✓ No, passengers should travel in approved seating positions.
Yes, if the trailer is travelling at low speed.
Only on short journeys or quiet roads.
Yes, if the passengers remain seated on the floor.

An ordinary goods trailer is not designed to carry passengers and normally has no suitable seats or restraint systems. Passengers should travel in seating positions designed and approved for carrying people. Special passenger-carrying trailers may be subject to different local rules.

Ordinary goods trailer and passenger safety
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Which vehicles are covered by driving licence C1?

289. Which vehicles are covered by driving licence C1?

✓ Non-bus vehicles over 3,500 kg and up to 7,500 kg.
Buses carrying more than eight passengers.
Vehicles up to 3,500 kg only.
Goods vehicles over 7,500 kg only.

Category C1 covers motor vehicles, other than buses, with a maximum authorised mass above 3,500 kg and not exceeding 7,500 kg. They may carry no more than eight passengers in addition to the driver and may tow a trailer up to 750 kg.

Goods vehicle covered by category C1
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What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren on?

290. What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren on?

Stop immediately wherever you are.
✓ Stay calm and make room safely.
Move aside without checking surrounding traffic.
Speed up so the vehicle can follow you.

When an emergency vehicle uses lights or siren, check your surroundings and make room safely without sudden or dangerous movements.

Emergency vehicle approaching with warning lights flashing
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What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

291. What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

Keep the engine idling if the vehicle is outside.
Switch on the hazard lights while refuelling.
Increase the engine speed before removing the fuel cap.
✓ Switch off the engine before starting to refuel.

Switch off the engine before refuelling. Fuel vapours are flammable, so avoid ignition sources and follow the safety instructions at the filling station. If fuel is spilled, do not start the vehicle until the situation has been made safe.

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Why should you never leave a child or pet alone in a parked vehicle on a warm day?

292. Why should you never leave a child or pet alone in a parked vehicle on a warm day?

The vehicle battery may discharge more quickly.
✓ The interior can heat up quickly and cause serious heat illness.
The alarm system may activate unexpectedly.
The tyres may lose pressure while the vehicle is parked.

The inside of a parked vehicle can heat up rapidly, even when the outside temperature does not feel extreme. Children and animals are particularly vulnerable to overheating and heatstroke. Leaving a window partly open does not make the vehicle safe.

Parked vehicle and the danger of interior heat
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Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

293. Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

It immediately damages the brakes.
✓ It uses fuel without moving the vehicle.
It prevents the battery from charging.
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 cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

294. What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.
Move aside quickly without checking around you.
Follow closely behind it once it passes.
Stop immediately, even if you are in the traffic lane.

Emergency vehicles need a clear route. Move predictably and stop only where doing so is safe.

Cyclist near an approaching emergency vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

295. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Cabin fan speed.
Windscreen demisting.
Seat heating.
Air conditioning.

This control adjusts the cabin ventilation fan speed. Increasing the setting moves more air through the vehicle's ventilation and climate-control system.

Control for adjusting the cabin fan speed
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

296. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Seat adjustment.
Electric window control.
Central door locking.
✓ Exterior mirror folding.

This control folds or unfolds the vehicle's exterior mirrors. It is useful when parking in narrow spaces or when leaving the vehicle parked.

Control for folding the exterior mirrors
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Why does higher speed increase the risk of aquaplaning?

297. Why does higher speed increase the risk of aquaplaning?

The suspension becomes less effective at high speed.
The brakes cannot remove water from the tyres.
✓ The tyres have less time to clear water from the road surface.
Higher speed increases the tyre pressure.

At higher speeds, the tyres may not disperse water effectively, making it easier for the vehicle to lose contact with the road.

Vehicle speed and aquaplaning on a wet road
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What should you do before driving through a puddle?

298. What should you do before driving through a puddle?

Follow another vehicle closely to judge the depth.
Brake firmly while driving through the water.
✓ Slow down and check that it is safe.
Accelerate so you spend less time in the water.

Large puddles can hide holes, reduce grip, or cause water to splash onto pedestrians or other vehicles. Slow down and proceed carefully.

Vehicle approaching a puddle on the road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

299. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Sidelights.
✓ Direction indicators.
Main beam.
Hazard warning lights.

This symbol indicates that a direction indicator is operating. The flashing indicator shows the direction in which the driver intends to turn or change position on the road.

Direction-indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

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

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

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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