Chapter 4 Insights

Lighting and Transport of Cargo and People · 68 insights

#51You are driving a car towing a trailer of less than 750 kg M.M.A. in which you transport goods. Regarding the distribution of the load, must you take special precautions?

The trailer's load must be properly distributed and secured so as not to destabilise the vehicle.

#52Can you transport an indivisible load that due to its dimensions protrudes laterally from the plan projection of a motorcycle?

On motorcycles, an indivisible load may protrude laterally up to 0.50 m on each side of the axle.

#53Can the indivisible load transported by a car protrude from the rear of the vehicle?

On passenger cars, an indivisible load may protrude at the rear up to 15% of the vehicle's length.

#54You are carrying a load on your passenger car that protrudes from the rear; must you signal it if driving during the day?

A load protruding at the rear must always be marked with a panel, including during the daytime.

#55How must the load carried on the roof rack of a passenger car always be arranged?

The load on the roof rack must be placed so that it never compromises the stability of the vehicle.

#56Can an indivisible-length pipe protrude from the front of the vehicle?

An indivisible load may only protrude at the front on vehicles intended for the transport of goods.

#57A person with a medical certificate exempting them from using the vehicle's restraint systems, are they required to wear the seat belt fastened?

A valid medical certificate may exempt a person from the obligation to wear the seat belt.

#58Minors of a height equal to or less than 135 centimetres must use approved child restraint systems duly adapted to...

Children under 135 cm must use approved restraint systems adapted to their height and weight.

#59Are pregnant women required to use the seat belt?

Pregnant women must wear the seat belt as a general rule, unless exempted by a medical certificate.

#60Can excessive vehicle load affect the proper functioning of the tires?

Exceeding the permitted load overheats the tyres and increases the risk of a blowout.

#61In a passenger car, is it mandatory to carry hazard warning triangles?

It is mandatory to carry two approved warning triangles in the car.

#62The car's bulbs must be replaced...

Replace bulbs as soon as they lose intensity, without waiting for them to burn out.

#63Is it advisable to carry out frequent maintenance of the vehicle's lighting system?

Keep the lighting in good condition: poor illumination increases fatigue and risk.

#64To save fuel, where should luggage be loaded?

To save fuel, always load luggage in the trunk, not on the roof rack.

#65After prolonged exposure of a vehicle to high temperatures and heat, is it advisable to check whether its headlights and tail lights have suffered any deterioration?

After prolonged exposure to heat, visually inspect headlights and tail lights for possible damage.

#66If, due to an emergency, your vehicle becomes immobilized inside a tunnel, you must...

Immobilized in a tunnel: turn off the engine, activate hazard lights, and keep position lights on.

#67If you are forced to drive with a temporary or emergency spare tire, what should you keep in mind?

Follow the manufacturer's guidelines when using a temporary spare tire.

#68You are driving with high beam headlights and approaching a vehicle traveling at a lower speed in the same direction; should you switch from high beam to low beam?

Switch to low beam when approaching slower vehicles to prevent glare.