What should you do before making a U-turn?
It is related to drivers not with road markings
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Make sure to have a clear view (no cars approaching), look in both directions over your shoulder and give way to all other vehicles or pedestrians.
You might want to choose the answer with road marking but U turn has traffic signs, not road markings.
What should you do as you approach this bridge?
There is not enough visibility
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When there is not enough visibility slow down and be cautious. Hump bridges are often narrow and there may not be enough room for you to pass an oncoming vehicle at this point.
Where should you avoid overtaking?
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Oncoming vehicles or other hazards can be hidden from view by dips in the road. If you can’t see into the dip, wait until you have a clear view and can see that it's safe before starting to overtake.
What does this curved arrow road marking mean?
You have to move to the left
The road marking shows that overtaking drivers need to return to the left. This means it might be low visibility ahead or dips that will reduce your visibility or other hidden hazards
Camber is a slope of the road in both directions with the purpose of draining the rainwater from the road surface towards the edges.
What should you do if your mobile phone rings while you're driving or riding?
Remember you are not allowed to touch your phone while driving.
It’s illegal to use a hand-held mobile or similar device when driving or riding, except in a genuine emergency
Stop in a safe place before using your phone
Why are these yellow lines painted across the road?
The lines on the road do not measure distance but they make you aware of something
These lines are often found on the approach to a roundabout or a dangerous junction. They give you extra warning to adjust your speed. Look well ahead and do this in good time.
What should you do when you're approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?
It is not related to your acceleration
The longer traffic lights have been green, the sooner they'll change. Do not accelerate and prepare for the red color.
What should you do before slowing down or stopping your vehicle?
Think about the others...
Think about the others, check your mirrors and look around. Make sure you use the correct signal to inform the other road users.
You're following a large vehicle. Why should you stay a safe distance behind it?
If you can't see my mirrors I can't see you.
Don't stay too close to a large vehicle it is safer to keep the distance.
Why should you use your mirrors when you see a hazard ahead?
Think about the other road users
Think about the other road users and try to not endanger them. See how your action will affect other drivers.
You're waiting to turn right at the end of a road. What should you do if your view is obstructed by parked vehicles?
You need to be able to see in order to judge a safe gap
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Edge forward slowly and keep looking all the time. Don’t cause other road users to change speed or direction as you emerge.
When you do not have enough visibility always reduce your speed and stop if need
There are objects hanging from your interior mirror. Why could this be a hazard?
Stickers or hanging objects could obstruct your view or draw your attention away from the road.
You're on a long motorway journey. What should you do if you start to feel sleepy?
If you feel sleepy, you should leave the motorway at a service area or at the next exit and stop in a safe place to rest.
Why should you switch your headlights on when it first starts to get dark?
Dark > Lights > Visibility on road
Your headlights and tail lights help others on the road to see you. It may be necessary to turn on your headlights during the day if visibility is reduced; for example, due to heavy rain. In these conditions, the light might fade before the street lights are timed to switch on. Be seen to be safe.
What’s most likely to distract you while you’re driving?
What is not part of the car?
Except for emergencies, it’s illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while you're driving. Even using a hands-free kit can severely distract your attention.
You're driving your car. When may you use a hand-held mobile phone?
It is hand-held, not hands-free
It's illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while you're driving, except in a genuine emergency. Even using a hands-free kit can distract your attention. Always park in a safe place before using your phone.
You're driving on a wet road. What should you do if you have to stop your vehicle in an emergency?
If your vehicle stops in the middle of a wet road keep your hands on the steering wheel to control the vehicle's direction of travel in case of any car behind might hit you while trying to break on the sleepy road.
What should you do when you move off from behind a parked car?
Allways before, later could be to late
Use your signal before moving off not after. Always check your blind spots before taking any action not after by looking over your shoulder
You're travelling along this road. How should you pass the cyclist?
leave at least 1.5 meters when overtaking cyclists at speeds of up to 30mph, and allow them more space when overtaking at higher speeds. Allow the cyclist plenty of room in case they wobble or swerve around a pothole or raised drain.
When do windscreen pillars cause a serious obstruction to your view?
On the highway, dual carriageway and one-way street you look mostly ahead
When you have bends or junctions and even roundabout windscreen pillars will obstruct your view. Look out for other road users – especially cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians who can easily be overlooked. (Picture to be changed)
What should you do if you can't see clearly behind when you're reversing?
Your mirrors cannot see everything
If you are reversing from the driveway onto the road and cannot see behind cars approaching and you ll become a hazard, therefore ask someone to guide you and reduce the risk.(Picture reversing from driveway/video)
What does the term ‘blind spot’ mean?
Mirrors cannot be blind.
The mirrors can’t see every angle of the scene behind and to the sides of the vehicle. It’s essential that you know when and how to check the vehicle's blind spots so that you’re aware of any hidden hazards.
What's likely to happen if you use a hands-free phone while you're driving?
Focus on the road while driving all the time.
Hands-free is permitted. When you speak while driving you can be distracted for example your brain will be focused on conversation and eyes are focused on the road. If anything happens in traffic your brain will be busy having a quick reaction.
You're turning right onto a dual carriageway. What should you do before emerging?
On dual carriageway the speed limit is 70mph, imagine if you have to take the right and cross all the lines without disturbing other drivers. You must make sure the central reservation is deep enough to protect your vehicle and avoid high risk collision. (Poza trebuie schimbata)
You're waiting to emerge from a junction. The windscreen pillar is restricting your view. What should you be particularly aware of?
Two wheels vehicles are difficult to be seen
Windscreen pillars can completely block your view of pedestrians, motorcyclists and cyclists. Get closer to the steering wheel and make sure you have a clear view.
How can you make sure that a satellite navigation (satnav) system doesn't distract you when you're driving?
Satnavs can be useful when driving on unknown routes, However, can be distractive same as a phone.
Always set your satnav before starting your journey.
