What are the actions you are required to take, before intentionally pulling onto the “hard shoulder” of a non-urban road?
- Apart from giving a right signal on time, nothing else is required.
- Slowing down and turning on the four winkers.
- Correct answer: Good observations mainly to the rear, signaling appropriately and slowing down.
- Slowig down and turning the steering wheel towards the “hard shoulder” as quickly as possible.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Good observations mainly to the rear, signaling appropriately and slowing down.
Before leaving the road for the hard shoulder, check carefully behind you, because traffic on non-urban roads is fast and a sudden slowdown can cause a rear-end collision. Signalling warns other drivers of your intention, and slowing down should be gradual. A signal alone is not enough, and a sharp steering movement towards the shoulder can make you lose control.