Question 1636 · Truck theory test
When driving behind a heavy goods vehicle that is signalling to turn right, what should a driver do?
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Correct answer
Stay behind until there is enough space to overtake it on the inside or until it has completed the turn.
Official explanation
Heavy goods vehicles need extra space on the road, and when they are turning, the overhang of the vehicle may swing out into the path of overtaking or passing traffic. For that reason, it is a good idea to stay back and let the heavy goods vehicle complete its turn unless there is sufficient space to overtake safely.
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- Safe & responsible driving · Sharing the Road
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