Behavior of other drivers towards priority vehicles is one of the topics in the Priority block of the Spanish DGT theory. Who goes first: right-of-way rules at junctions, roundabouts, narrow sections and special cases. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.
In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that as soon as they perceive the special signals announcing the proximity of a priority vehicle, other drivers shall take the appropriate measures, according to the circumstances of time and place, to facilitate its passage, normally moving to their right or stopping if necessary, or acting in accordance with the provisions of…
Priority questions use concrete situations (junctions, roundabouts, narrow sections): first work out who has right of way and why.
As soon as they perceive the special signals announcing the proximity of a priority vehicle, other drivers shall take the appropriate measures, according to the circumstances of time and place, to facilitate its passage, normally moving to their right or stopping if necessary, or acting in accordance with the provisions of article 32.
When a police vehicle that indicates its presence in accordance with the provisions of article 68.2 is located behind any other vehicle and also activates a device that emits intermittent or flashing yellow light in front, the driver of the latter must stop it with due caution on the right-hand side, in front of the police vehicle, in a place where it does not cause major risks or inconvenience to other users, and must remain inside the vehicle. At all times, the driver must adjust his behaviour to the instructions given by the officer through the loudspeaker or by any other means that can be clearly perceived by the latter.
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