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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 Turkey.

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What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Turkey?

451. What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Turkey?

✓ 50 km/h.
60 km/h.
Other speed limit.
30 km/h.

The general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Turkey is 50 km/h, unless signs indicate otherwise.

Speed limits for cars in built-up areas
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How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

452. How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

✓ At a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as practical.
While braking firmly on the rails.
At a very shallow angle alongside the rails.
By accelerating hard as the front wheel reaches the rail.

Rails can be slippery and can catch a motorcycle tyre, especially when wet. Cross them at a sufficiently large angle, as close to perpendicular as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing.

Motorcycle crossing rails in the road
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What is the purpose of the manual parking brake?

453. What is the purpose of the manual parking brake?

To slow the vehicle during normal driving.
To select reverse gear.
✓ To help keep the vehicle stationary when parked.
To disengage the clutch.

The manual parking brake helps keep the vehicle stationary when parked. It is normally applied by pulling up the handbrake lever and released before driving away.

Manual handbrake lever in a vehicle
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What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

454. What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

Check only for vehicles, not cyclists or pedestrians.
Open the door slowly and expect traffic to avoid you.
Signal before opening the door without checking behind.
✓ Check for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles.

Before opening a car door, check carefully for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles to avoid causing a collision.

Checking for passing road users before opening a car door
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Which roads are most likely to cause aquaplaning?

455. Which roads are most likely to cause aquaplaning?

✓ Roads with standing water or deep puddles.
Roads with loose chippings.
Straight roads in dry weather.
Roads with freshly painted road markings.

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 should you check before starting a long journey?

456. What should you check before starting a long journey?

Only the dashboard warning lights.
Nothing if the vehicle was recently serviced.
Only the lights if you plan to drive at night.
✓ Tyres, lights, fluids, windows, mirrors, and essential equipment.

A brief vehicle check can reveal tyre damage, low fluid levels, faulty lights, or visibility problems before they cause danger. Also confirm that any spare wheel or tyre-repair equipment is available and usable.

Vehicle safety checks before a long journey
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What should you do when traffic lights are not working?

457. What should you do when traffic lights are not working?

Treat the junction as if you have priority.
Follow the vehicle ahead through the junction.
Wait for another driver to enter first, then follow.
✓ Proceed carefully and follow signs or priority rules.

If traffic lights are not working, slow down, observe carefully, and follow signs, road markings, or local priority rules.

Junction with traffic lights out of operation
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Which pedal is used to slow down or stop the vehicle?

458. Which pedal is used to slow down or stop the vehicle?

The accelerator pedal.
The clutch pedal.
✓ The brake pedal.
The footrest.

The brake pedal is used to reduce the vehicle's speed or bring it to a stop. In a manual vehicle, it is the middle pedal.

Brake pedal in the driver's footwell
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What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

459. What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

Replace only the seat cover.
Use it normally after tightening the straps.
Repair damaged parts yourself.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions about inspection or replacement.

A child restraint may be damaged in a collision even when the damage is not obvious. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, as the restraint may need to be inspected or replaced before it is used again.

Child car seat requiring inspection after a collision
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

460. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

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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What should you avoid if your vehicle starts to skid?

461. What should you avoid if your vehicle starts to skid?

✓ Sudden braking, acceleration, or sharp steering.
Use smooth steering movements.
Allow the tyres time to regain grip.
Look where you want the vehicle to go.

Sudden braking, acceleration, or steering can make a skid worse. Stay calm and use smooth controls while the tyres regain grip.

Vehicle beginning to skid
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

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

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Remove loose glass while the vehicle is moving.
Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.
Rely on the mirrors instead of the windscreen.

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

463. 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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What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

464. What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

✓ Replace it before riding.
Cover the scratches with clear tape.
Use it only during daylight.
Keep using it if the weather is dry.

A badly scratched or damaged visor can reduce or distort your view, especially in bright sunlight or at night. Replace a visor that no longer provides a clear, safe view and follow the helmet manufacturer's instructions.

Scratched visor on a motorcycle helmet
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What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

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

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

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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Why can mixing alcohol with medicine be dangerous for drivers?

466. Why can mixing alcohol with medicine be dangerous for drivers?

Medicine can cancel out the effects of alcohol.
✓ The combination may increase drowsiness or impairment.
Alcohol leaves the body faster when taking medicine.
The combination is safe if taken with food.

Some prescription and non-prescription medicines can intensify alcohol-related drowsiness, dizziness, poor coordination, or reduced concentration.

Alcohol and medicine as a driving-impairment risk
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Why should pedestrians avoid sudden movements near traffic?

467. Why should pedestrians avoid sudden movements near traffic?

✓ Drivers may not have enough time to react.
Sudden movements are prohibited near traffic.
Pedestrians are only allowed to walk slowly.
You lose priority if you change direction suddenly.

Sudden movements can surprise drivers and reduce the time they have to slow down or stop safely.

Pedestrian movements close to road traffic
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How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

468. 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.
With the shoulder belt placed behind the back.
With the lap belt positioned across the abdomen.
Loosely fitted so it does not press against the body.

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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How can unnecessary weight affect a vehicle's energy use?

469. How can unnecessary weight affect a vehicle's energy use?

It makes the vehicle easier to accelerate.
✓ It can increase the energy needed to move the vehicle.
It reduces aerodynamic drag.
It always reduces fuel consumption.

Extra weight generally requires more energy when accelerating and climbing. Removing unnecessary heavy items can help reduce fuel or energy consumption while keeping all essential equipment in the vehicle.

Extra luggage adding weight to a vehicle
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What should you do if fog becomes so thick that you cannot see safely?

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

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

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

Dense fog obscuring the road ahead
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Why should you never leave a child or pet alone in a parked vehicle on a warm day?

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

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

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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How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

472. How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

By opening the windows automatically.
By increasing air recirculation.
By heating the rear window directly.
✓ By removing moisture from the air.

Using the air conditioning can help demist the windows because it removes moisture from the cabin air. Directing this drier air towards the windscreen can clear condensation more quickly.

Air-conditioning controls used to demist the windscreen
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What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

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

✓ Do not rely on the signal alone, proceed only when it is safe.
Enter the road before the vehicle reaches you.
Use your horn and proceed immediately.
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.

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

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

Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
Overtake quickly before the animal changes direction.
Flash your headlights to encourage it to move aside.
✓ Slow down and pass carefully with plenty of space.

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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Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

475. Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

It makes the bicycle harder to balance.
✓ You may not hear traffic or warning sounds.
It makes the brakes respond more slowly.
It reduces the grip of the tyres.

Hearing approaching vehicles, bells, horns, and other warning sounds is an important part of staying aware.

Cyclist listening to music near traffic
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You should signal before turning or changing lanes.

476. You should signal before turning or changing lanes.

✓ True.
False.

A clear signal helps other road users understand your intentions, but you must still check that the manoeuvre can be made safely.

Vehicle signalling before a turn
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What should you do when branches or debris are blowing onto the road?

477. What should you do when branches or debris are blowing onto the road?

✓ Slow down and avoid hazards safely.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely for protection.
Maintain speed and steer around them when necessary.
Drive over smaller debris if it appears harmless.

Wind can blow unexpected obstacles onto the road. Reduce speed and avoid them safely.

Wind-blown branches and debris on a road
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

478. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Central door locking.
Child safety lock.
✓ Window lock.
Electric window control.

This control activates the window lock, which normally prevents passengers from operating their electric windows while leaving control with the driver.

Lock switch for passenger window controls
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Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Turkey?

479. Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Turkey?

✓ Yes.
No.

Cars in Turkey are required to carry a fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher carried in a vehicle
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How should you brake on a slippery road?

480. How should you brake on a slippery road?

Apply the brakes suddenly before the tyres lose grip.
Use the parking brake to help slow the vehicle.
Steer sharply while braking to avoid slippery areas.
✓ Brake gently and progressively.

Sudden braking can cause the wheels to lose grip. Smooth, progressive braking reduces the risk of skidding.

Braking on a slippery road surface
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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

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

They shorten the stopping distance on wet roads.
✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They reduce the chance of skidding at low speeds.
They clear water from the road more effectively.

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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Why should you check for motorcyclists before changing lanes?

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

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

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

Motorcycle near a vehicle preparing to change lanes
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

483. What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

Steer rapidly from side to side.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer smoothly in the direction you want to travel.
Apply the parking brake to straighten the vehicle.
Press the brake pedal hard and hold it.

Avoid sudden braking or steering. Look where you want to go and use gentle controls while the tyres regain grip.

Vehicle skidding on an icy road
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What should you do when passing a horse rider?

484. What should you do when passing a horse rider?

Pass closely to reduce the time beside the horse.
✓ Slow down and give plenty of space.
Flash your headlights before moving alongside.
Sound your horn so the rider knows you are passing.

Horses can be startled by noise or sudden movement. Slow down, pass carefully, and leave enough space.

Vehicle passing a horse and rider
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What should you do if you feel tired while driving?

485. What should you do if you feel tired while driving?

Open a window and continue driving.
Drink coffee and continue without stopping.
✓ Stop in a safe place and take a break.
Drive faster to reach your destination sooner.

Driving while tired reduces concentration and reaction time. Stop somewhere safe and rest before continuing.

Tired driver taking a break from a journey
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What should you check before beginning a journey in severe winter weather?

486. What should you check before beginning a journey in severe winter weather?

Check whether other vehicles are using the roads.
Only whether you have enough fuel or charge.
✓ The weather, road conditions, tyres, fuel or charge, and emergency supplies.
Nothing extra if the vehicle has winter tyres.

Check whether the journey is necessary and prepare for delays or changing conditions. Suitable tyres, sufficient fuel or charge, warm clothing, and basic emergency supplies may be important.

Preparing a vehicle for a winter journey
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What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

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

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

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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

488. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

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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It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

489. It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

True.
✓ False.

Using your phone while driving is distracting and dangerous, even for a very short moment.

Driver glancing at a phone while driving
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What should you do if the vehicle consistently pulls to one side?

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

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

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

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What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

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

✓ Check all around, signal, and enter only when there is a safe gap.
Signal and expect approaching traffic to slow down.
Check your mirrors only and pull out if they look clear.
Enter the lane slowly so other traffic has time to react.

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

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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

492. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Main beam.
Front fog lights.
Rear fog lights.
✓ Sidelights.

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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

493. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

This symbol indicates a possible brake-system fault. If it remains illuminated after the parking brake is released, stop safely and have the braking system checked.

Brake-system warning symbol on the dashboard
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When should you fasten your seat belt?

494. When should you fasten your seat belt?

Only when driving at high speed.
Only on long journeys.
✓ Before the vehicle starts moving.
After joining traffic.

Fasten your seat belt before the vehicle starts moving and keep it fastened throughout the journey. Make sure your passengers are also safely seated and properly restrained.

Fastening a seat belt before setting off
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What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

495. What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

The brakes may become more effective as they heat up.
The brakes will automatically cool while being used.
✓ The brakes may overheat and become less effective.
Nothing, if the brake fluid level is correct.

Continuous braking can cause the brakes to overheat and fade, reducing braking performance. Use a lower gear to help control speed with engine braking.

Vehicle braking during a long descent
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Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

496. Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

✓ Approximately level with the top of the head.
As low as possible.
Level with the shoulders.
Behind the neck only.

The head restraint should normally be adjusted so that its top is approximately level with the top of the head. This helps reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision.

Adjusting the head restraint to head height
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You should follow the vehicle in front as closely as possible in traffic.

497. You should follow the vehicle in front as closely as possible in traffic.

✓ False.
True.

You should keep a safe following distance so you have enough time to react if traffic slows or stops suddenly.

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What should you check after fitting a child restraint?

498. What should you check after fitting a child restraint?

That the restraint can move freely on the seat.
That the seat belt is routed in any convenient way.
✓ That it is securely installed and correctly fitted.
That the child can easily loosen the harness.

A child restraint should be installed securely and used according to the manufacturer's instructions. Check that the seat is firmly attached, the belt or ISOFIX connection is correct, and the child is restrained properly before driving.

Checking the installation of a child car seat
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Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

499. Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

The battery can become overcharged.
The tyres can lose pressure more quickly.
The cooling system can stop working.
✓ Dangerous carbon monoxide can build up.

Exhaust gases from petrol and diesel engines can contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can build up quickly in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space. Never leave the engine running inside a closed garage or similar area.

Running vehicle engine in an enclosed space
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How can strong crosswinds affect a vehicle towing a trailer?

500. How can strong crosswinds affect a vehicle towing a trailer?

They make the trailer more stable at higher speeds.
✓ They can push the trailer sideways and reduce stability.
They matter only when the trailer is empty.
They improve tyre grip on exposed roads.

Trailers have large side surfaces and may be affected strongly by wind, especially on bridges and exposed roads.

Vehicle and trailer exposed to crosswinds
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