Vehicle Handling Flashcards
What do red studs on a motorway mark?
The left hand edge of the motorway
What do amber studs on a motorway mark?
Central reservation
When do you use sidelights on a motorway?
If you’ve broken down and are parked on the hard shoulder to help others see you
What should you do if you’re skidding and you don’t have anti-lock brakes?
- Release the footbrake
- Steer into the skid
When should you leave your sidelights on in a 2 way road?
- If speed limit is over 30mph
- When it’s foggy
When may you overtake another vehicle on their left?
When you’re in a 1 way street
Why is travelling in neutral for long distances bad driving technique?
There won’t be any engine braking
Why would you fit chains to your wheels?
To help prevent skidding in deep snow
When may you wait in a box junction?
When oncoming traffic prevents you from turning right
What should you do if you park on the road when it’s foggy?
Leave parking lights switched on
When will you feel the effects of engine breaking?
When you change to a lower gear
What should you do when you’re overtaking at night?
Beware of bends in the road ahead
What’s a rumble device designed to do?
Alert you to a hazard
Why is it dangerous to leave rear fog lights switched on after the fog has cleared?
They may be confused with brake lights
