Obligations of the driver is one of the topics in the Driving maneuvers block of the Spanish DGT theory. Overtaking, changes of direction, stopping, parking, lighting and warnings. 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 drivers of heavy, large vehicles, or vehicles subject to specific speed limits must either slow down or move onto the shoulder as soon as possible, if practicable, to allow faster vehicles behind to pass. This applies in situations where oncoming traffic density, insufficient road width, or road conditions make overtaking difficult or unsafe.
Manoeuvres are tested with practical cases; remember the correct order: observe, signal and only then carry out the manoeuvre.
Drivers of heavy, large vehicles, or vehicles subject to specific speed limits must either slow down or move onto the shoulder as soon as possible, if practicable, to allow faster vehicles behind to pass. This applies in situations where oncoming traffic density, insufficient road width, or road conditions make overtaking difficult or unsafe.
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