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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Romania
True/false 17 Romania 34 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 641
What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

401. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Cruise control.
Speed limiter.
Power-steering warning.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates the cruise-control system. Cruise control can maintain a selected vehicle speed without the driver continuously pressing the accelerator. The exact indicator behaviour can vary between vehicles.

Cruise-control indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

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

✓ Stay inside, use hazard lights, and call the emergency services.
Leave the vehicle and wait beside it for help.
Walk along the road to find assistance.
Switch off all lights to preserve the battery.

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 is the minimum age for riding a moped in Romania?

403. What is the minimum age for riding a moped in Romania?

✓ 16 years.
15 years.
14 years.
18 years.

The minimum age for riding a moped in Romania is generally 16 years.

Minimum age for riding a moped
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What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

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

Accelerate to make the vehicle more stable.
Turn sharply against the direction of the wind.
Release the steering wheel briefly and let the vehicle settle.
✓ Keep calm and steer smoothly to maintain your lane.

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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Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Romania?

405. Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Romania?

✓ Yes.
No.

Cars in Romania are required to carry a fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher carried in a vehicle
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What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

406. What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

Let the bicycle gain speed while the road ahead is clear.
Look only at the road directly in front of you.
✓ Control your speed and keep both hands ready to brake.
Use only one brake to reduce the risk of skidding.

Higher speed increases stopping distance and reduces reaction time. Maintain a speed that allows you to stop safely.

Cyclist riding down a hill
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What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

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

Licence B.
✓ Licence D.
Licence D1.
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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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

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

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

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 when driving through heavy rain?

409. What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

Use cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
Accelerate through the rain to clear it more quickly.
✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.
Drive closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.

Heavy rain reduces grip and visibility. Lower speed and extra distance give you more time to react safely.

Vehicle travelling through heavy rain
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

410. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Four-wheel drive.
✓ Driving mode selection.
Cruise control.
Parking assistance.

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 EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

411. What should you do if an EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

Use it if the vehicle still begins charging.
Hold the damaged section away from the vehicle.
✓ Do not use it, and report or arrange repair of the damage.
Reduce the charging power and continue using it.

Do not use a damaged charging cable or connector. Damage can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire. Use suitable undamaged charging equipment and report the fault or arrange professional repair or replacement.

Damaged electric-vehicle charging cable or connector
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

412. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Fuel-filler flap release.
Central door locking.
Boot release.
Bonnet release.

This control releases the fuel-filler flap, allowing access to the vehicle's fuel filler.

Release control for the fuel-filler flap
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Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

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

✓ They can become dangerous projectiles during sudden braking or a collision.
They can increase the vehicle's fuel consumption.
They can reduce tyre pressure while driving.
They can make the engine overheat.

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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How should you approach a sharp bend on a mountain road?

414. How should you approach a sharp bend on a mountain road?

Move toward the centre of the road for a better view.
✓ Reduce speed before the bend and remain in your lane.
Brake hard while turning through the bend.
Accelerate through the bend to maintain momentum.

Mountain bends may hide oncoming vehicles, cyclists, animals, or debris. Slow down before entering and keep a safe road position.

Sharp bend on a mountain road
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What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

415. What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

✓ Reduce speed and clear the visor safely.
Wipe the inside of the visor while riding.
Keep riding at the same speed until it clears.
Close all helmet vents completely.

A fogged visor can seriously reduce your view of the road. Reduce speed and use the helmet's ventilation, demisting or anti-fog features where available. If you cannot restore a clear view safely, stop in a safe place before continuing.

Misted visor on a motorcycle helmet
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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

416. Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

To make the windscreen wipers work better.
To prevent the tyres from losing air pressure.
To keep the engine from overheating.
✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.

Rain, snow, fog, and ice can reduce visibility and tyre grip. Lower speed gives you more time and distance to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling in poor weather
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What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

417. What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

✓ For emergencies and breakdowns.
For stopping to check directions.
For overtaking slow-moving traffic.
For driving when the motorway is busy.

A motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder is primarily intended for emergencies and breakdowns, not normal driving. In some places it may be opened temporarily as a traffic lane when signs or signals specifically permit this.

Motorway hard shoulder beside the traffic lanes
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Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

418. Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

✓ A tram or bus may approach quickly.
Trams and buses must always stop before crossings.
These lanes are usually free from moving traffic.
Cars always have priority over trams and buses.

Check carefully before crossing or entering a tram or bus lane. Trams cannot steer around obstacles, and both trams and buses may need significant distance to stop.

Traffic crossing a lane used by public transport
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What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

419. What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

The steering becomes lighter.
The power steering remains fully active.
✓ The steering lock may engage.
The wheels automatically straighten.

On vehicles fitted with a steering lock, removing the ignition key may allow the steering lock to engage. Never remove the key while the vehicle is moving.

Ignition key and vehicle steering lock
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Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

420. Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

✓ Fuel vapours can ignite and cause a fire.
Open flames can reduce the fuel's quality.
Smoke can prevent the fuel cap from sealing.
Smoke can interfere with the fuel gauge.

Petrol and other fuels can produce flammable vapours. Smoking, open flames, sparks, or other ignition sources can ignite these vapours and cause a serious fire. Follow all filling-station safety rules while refuelling.

No-smoking warning at a filling station
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What is the best place to cross the road?

421. What is the best place to cross the road?

Between parked vehicles if traffic appears quiet.
Near a bend if approaching traffic seems slow.
✓ At a designated crossing.
At the shortest point, even if visibility is limited.

Use a designated crossing whenever possible. It is usually the safest place to cross the road.

Designated crossing for pedestrians
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Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

422. Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

To reduce tyre pressure.
✓ To help prevent fatigue and maintain concentration.
To allow the engine to cool down.
To make the journey feel shorter.

Regular breaks during a long journey help reduce fatigue and maintain concentration. Do not wait until you are struggling to stay awake before stopping to rest.

Driver resting during a long journey
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What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

423. What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

✓ To take up slack and lock the belt when necessary.
To tighten the parking brake.
To release the seat belt from the buckle.
To adjust the seat height.

The seat-belt retractor takes up slack and helps keep the belt properly positioned against the body. It allows normal movement but can lock during sudden braking, rapid belt movement or a collision.

Seat-belt webbing and retracting mechanism
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Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

424. Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

Only if the vehicle does not have rear airbags.
Yes, but only children need restraints in the rear.
Only when travelling on motorways or at higher speeds.
✓ Yes, using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate.

Rear-seat passengers should be securely restrained using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate. Proper restraint reduces the risk of serious injury and prevents occupants from being thrown around or forwards in a collision.

Rear-seat passengers secured for a journey
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What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

425. What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

Flash your headlights to encourage it to move aside.
Sound your horn so the driver notices you.
✓ Slow down and pass carefully with plenty of space.
Overtake quickly before the animal changes direction.

Animals can be startled by noise or sudden movement. Reduce speed, keep distance, and pass only when it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an animal-drawn vehicle
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

426. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.
Wait for a police officer to confirm the signal.
Follow the vehicle ahead instead of the worker's signal.
Follow the normal traffic signs instead.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

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

✓ Vehicles behind may not have time to react.
It makes the brakes less effective afterwards.
It makes the steering less responsive afterwards.
It causes the tyres to lose pressure.

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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Why is adequate tyre tread important?

428. Why is adequate tyre tread important?

It prevents tyres from losing air pressure.
It makes wheel alignment unnecessary.
✓ It helps maintain grip and move water away from the tyre.
It increases the amount of power from the engine.

Tyre tread helps the vehicle grip the road and disperse water. Worn tread increases the risk of skidding and aquaplaning, especially in wet conditions.

Tread grooves on a vehicle tyre
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

429. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

✓ False.
True.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

430. Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

To give the dog priority when crossing the road.
To make it easier for drivers to hear the dog.
✓ To prevent it from suddenly running into the road.
To make approaching vehicles drive more slowly.

Dogs can react unpredictably to vehicles, people, noises, or other animals. Keeping a dog under close control on a leash near traffic reduces the risk of it suddenly entering the road and endangering itself or other road users.

Pedestrian keeping a dog on a leash near traffic
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

431. What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.
Remove loose glass while the vehicle is moving.
Drive faster to reach a safe place sooner.

Severe damage can obstruct your view and weaken the glass. Do not continue if you cannot see the road clearly.

Damaged windscreen affecting the driver's view
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Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

432. Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

✓ The driver may not be able to see you.
Large vehicles always have priority when changing lanes.
Stopping beside a large vehicle makes you easier to see.
The driver can always see you in the mirrors.

Large vehicles have bigger blind spots. If you stop where the driver cannot see you, you may be at risk when the vehicle moves or turns.

Vehicle positioned in a large vehicle's blind spot
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What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

433. What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

Cover the damaged area and keep using the tyre.
Drive slowly until the next scheduled service.
Move the damaged tyre to another wheel position.
✓ Stop using the tyre and arrange professional inspection or replacement.

Cuts, bulges, and exposed cords can indicate serious structural damage. The tyre may fail suddenly and should not be used normally.

Damaged vehicle tyre requiring inspection
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

434. 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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What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

435. What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

✓ Allow extra time and distance for the manoeuvre.
Begin overtaking as soon as the road looks clear.
Assume the trailer will follow the same path as the vehicle.
Follow closely before moving out to overtake.

A towing vehicle accelerates more slowly, and the trailer makes the whole vehicle combination longer. Remember to allow a much larger safe gap before overtaking and enough space to return safely to your lane.

Vehicle preparing to overtake while towing a trailer
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What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

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

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

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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Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

437. Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

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

Select N (Neutral) when drive should not be transmitted to the wheels. Unlike Park, Neutral does not lock the transmission to prevent the vehicle from rolling.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

438. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Central door locking.
Seat-belt reminder.
Child safety lock.
✓ Passenger airbag deactivation.

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 can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

439. How can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

It has no effect once the vehicle is moving.
It reduces aerodynamic resistance.
✓ It can increase consumption because air resistance rises.
It always reduces consumption.

As speed increases, aerodynamic resistance generally rises, so the vehicle needs more energy to maintain that speed. Driving smoothly at an appropriate speed can therefore reduce fuel or energy consumption.

Vehicle speed and aerodynamic resistance
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What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

440. What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

Brake firmly before the tyres begin to slide.
✓ Slow down and avoid sudden steering or braking.
Maintain your speed and avoid using the brakes.
Steer around loose patches whenever possible.

Loose gravel reduces grip and can make the vehicle skid. Slow down and use smooth steering and braking.

Vehicle on a loose gravel road
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Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

441. Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

Reverse.
2nd gear.
✓ 1st gear.
Neutral.

1st gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill because it provides the greatest pulling power at low speed.

Manual gear lever and gear-selection pattern
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Why should a child use a suitable child restraint?

442. Why should a child use a suitable child restraint?

✓ To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision.
To make the seat belt more comfortable.
To allow the child to sit closer to the window.
To prevent the vehicle from braking suddenly.

A suitable child restraint is designed to protect a child according to their size and development. It helps position and restrain the child correctly, reducing the risk of serious injury in a collision or sudden stop.

Child secured in a suitable car seat
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

443. 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 is the minimum licence for a moped with a design speed over 25 and up to 45 km/h?

444. What is the minimum licence for a moped with a design speed over 25 and up to 45 km/h?

Licence A2.
Licence B.
✓ Licence AM.
Licence A1.

Category AM covers certain two- and three-wheeled mopeds with a maximum design speed above 25 km/h and not exceeding 45 km/h, as well as light quadricycles.

Moped with a design speed up to 45 km/h
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Why can bridges be dangerous in strong winds?

445. Why can bridges be dangerous in strong winds?

Bridge lighting makes it harder to judge speed.
Vehicles automatically accelerate on bridges.
Steering works less effectively above water.
✓ They are often exposed to stronger gusts.

Bridges are often open and exposed, allowing strong winds to affect vehicles more suddenly.

Exposed bridge in strong wind
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What should you do when driving near animals?

446. What should you do when driving near animals?

Move closer so you can pass before they react.
Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn them.
Maintain speed if they remain beside the road.
✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.

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

Animals near moving road traffic
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How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

447. How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

Ride as close together as possible to stay as one group.
Keep the same speed even when gaps become unsafe.
✓ Predictably, with safe gaps and clear communication.
Follow the cyclist ahead without checking traffic yourself.

Safe spacing and communication help group members respond to braking, turns, obstacles, and changing traffic conditions.

Group of cyclists riding along a road
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

448. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It makes the trailer easier to control.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It keeps the trailer more stable in strong winds.
It reduces tyre wear on the towing 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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What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

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

Move aside quickly without checking around you.
Follow closely behind it once it passes.
Keep riding normally and let the driver find a way past.
✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.

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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Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

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

It makes the steering lighter on descents.
It increases tyre grip on steep roads.
It reduces engine braking to save fuel.
✓ It helps control speed using engine braking.

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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