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What should you do when you see a slow-moving vehicle with an orange and red triangle on its back?
What is the maximum speed that Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) and Low-speed Vehicles (LSVs) are allowed to reach?
If you encounter a horse-drawn vehicle on the road, what should you avoid doing?
What should drivers do when they see a sign with a picture of an animal near the road?
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What rights and responsibilities do bicyclists have on the road?
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What should a vehicle facing downhill do when another vehicle is going uphill?
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Why is it important for drivers to be aware of the blind spots or 'No Zones' of large vehicles?
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Why should drivers avoid suddenly slowing down or stopping in front of a large vehicle?
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Why do large vehicles create extra space in front of them when traveling?
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What should a driver do when a vehicle is turning?
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What is required when approaching a stationary emergency vehicle or tow truck with flashing amber warning lights?
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If a truck displays a diamond-shaped hazardous load placard, what action must the driver take before crossing railroad tracks?
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When driving in heavy traffic or bad weather conditions, you should:
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If you are driving slower than the normal flow of traffic, which lane should you occupy?
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When towing a vehicle or trailer, or driving a truck with three or more axles, you must:
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Why must large vehicles and truck drivers often swing wide to complete a turn?
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When driving near large vehicles and trucks, which of the following should you NOT do?
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What are safety zones and how should you drive near them?
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When following a large vehicle, what should you do before attempting to pass?
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On a divided highway with four or more traffic lanes in one direction, where should large vehicles and trucks be driven?
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Study Notes
Large Vehicles and Trucks
- The longer the vehicle, the greater the difference in the length of the turning path.
- Large vehicles and trucks are not as easy to maneuver as passenger vehicles.
- When driving near large vehicles and trucks, do not:
- Change lanes directly in front of them to reach an exit or turn.
- Drive next to them longer than you need to.
- Always pass a large vehicle on the left side.
- Follow too closely.
Safety Zones
- Safety zones are spaces set aside for pedestrians waiting for buses, streetcars, and trolleys.
- Safety zones are marked by raised buttons or markers on a road.
- Do not drive through a safety zone under any condition.
Slow-Moving Vehicles
- They can take longer to get up to speed when entering traffic.
- Large trucks, bicycles, and some cars lose speed on long or steep hills.
- Some slow-moving vehicles have an orange and red triangle on their back, such as road maintenance vehicles.
- Adjust your speed to share the road with these vehicles.
Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) and Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs)
- NEVs and LSVs reach a maximum speed of 25 mph.
- They are restricted from roads where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.
- Watch for slow-moving vehicles when you see these signs or markings: NEV USE ONLY, NEV ROUTE.
Animal-Drawn Vehicles
- Horse-drawn vehicles and people riding horses or other animals are allowed to share the road with motor vehicles.
- It is against the law to intentionally scare horses or livestock.
Bicycles
- Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as other drivers.
Sharing the Road
- Drivers need to share the road with other vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, road workers, and large vehicles.
Blind Spots (the No Zone)
- Large vehicle and truck drivers have a better view in front of them and bigger mirrors.
- But they also have large blind spots, also called No Zones.
- If you cannot see the truck’s side mirrors, the truck driver cannot see you.
Braking
- Large vehicles and commercial trucks take longer to stop than passenger vehicles traveling at the same speed.
- The heavier the vehicle and the faster it is moving, the longer it takes to safely stop.
- A loaded truck will take longer to stop than an empty truck.
Turning
- When a vehicle turns, the rear wheels follow a shorter path than the front wheels.
Emergency and Road Work Vehicles
- Drivers must move over and slow down for emergency and road work vehicles.
- These include: Stationary emergency vehicles or tow trucks displaying flashing amber warning lights, Stopped road work vehicles displaying emergency flashing or amber warning lights.
Vehicles with Hazardous Loads
- A diamond-shaped sign on a truck means that the truck’s load may be dangerous (gas, explosives, etc.).
- Vehicles with these signs must stop before crossing railroad tracks.
Heavy Traffic or Bad Weather
- You must drive slower when there is heavy traffic or bad weather.
- At the same time, you should not block normal and reasonable traffic flow by driving too slowly.
Towing
- You must drive in the far-right lane or a lane marked for slower vehicles when you:
- Tow a vehicle or trailer.
- Drive a truck with three or more axles.
- If no lanes are marked and there are four or more lanes in your direction, you may only drive in the two lanes closest to the right edge of the road.
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Learn about slow-moving vehicles and how they can affect emergency personnel and traffic flow. Discover the characteristics of slow-moving vehicles like large trucks, bicycles, and cars on hills. Identify slow-moving vehicles by their orange and red triangles.