Definitions
Term | Definition | Read more |
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Lane | Part of carriageway for one direction | Parts of the road |
Carriageway | Area used by vehicles including all lanes | Parts of the road |
Shoulder | Hard shoulder, only for emergencies | Parts of the road |
Distance and the 3‑second rule
Keep at least 3 seconds in normal conditions; increase on wet or icy roads. See Speed and distance.
Slippery conditions
Increase time gap, reduce speed and keep smooth inputs. See Driving in difficult conditions.
Yellow vs white stripes
Stripe color | Meaning |
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White | Separates lanes in the same direction |
Yellow | Separates opposing traffic |
Bus lanes and one‑way streets
Rules and positioning: Positioning and driving method.