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Traffic signs

Traffic rules

1 Motorway 2 Residential area 3 Speed limit 4 Advisory speed 5 Bike path 6 Pedestrian warning 7 Bridge 8 Speed bump 9 Toll road 10 One-way traffic 11 Slope 12 Bus stop 13 Stop sign 14 Give way 15 Roundabout 16 Pedestrian crossing 17 Railroad crossing 18 Mandatory direction 19 Turn prohibition 20 School-area 21 Crossing animals 22 Slippery road 23 Curve 24 Double curve 25 Chevron 26 Wrong-way driving 27 Height limit 28 Radar speed sign 29 Selective barriers 30 Traffic lights 31 Traffic lights warning 32 Pedestrian lights 33 Roadmarks 34 Left-hand traffic 35 Driving license 36 Location marker 37 Emergency telephone 38 No parking 39 No stopping 40 Disabled parking 41 Traffic management 42 U-turn 43 Uncontrolled crossroad 44 Oversize load 45 License plate 46 Charging station 47 Local traffic 48 Moped 49 Bus 50 Police 51 Ambulance 52 Fire truck 53 Public transport 54 Track 55 Motorcycle equipment 56 Spare tire 57 Mirror 58 Helmet 59 Rush hour 60 Tram stop 61 Train station 62 Interchange 63 Particulates 64 Air pollution 65 Pothole 66 Airbag 67 Lane splitting 68 Forestry vehicle 69 Construction vehicle 70 Semi-trailer truck 71 Trolleybus 72 Speedpedelec 73 Delivery vehicle 74 Idling 75 Tow truck 76 Four-wheel drive 77 Road users 78 Passenger 79 Bicycle 80 Tow hitch 81 Emergency vehicle 82 Agricultural machinery 83 Electric bicycle 84 Electric vehicle 85 Pedelec 86 Quadricycle 87 Microcar 88 All-terrain vehicle 89 Van 90 Recreational vehicle 91 Scooter 92 Trikke 93 Skateboard 94 Segway 95 Kick scooter 96 Hitchhiker 97 Baby 98 Child 99 Elderly 100 Disability ...

1. Motorway

A motorway is a high-speed road designed for long-distance travel, with controlled access and no intersections or pedestrian traffic.

High speed limits (often 100–130 km/h or 60–80 mph).
Multiple lanes in each direction.
No traffic lights or stop signs.
No pedestrians, bicycles, or slow vehicles allowed.
Entry and exit only through on-ramps and off-ramps.
Often separated by a barrier or median.
Different Names in Different Places:
- Motorway – UK, Ireland, parts of Europe.
- Freeway – USA (West Coast), Australia.
- Expressway – Canada, some parts of Asia.
- Interstate – USA (Interstate Highway System).
- Autobahn – Germany (some sections have no speed limit).

2. Residential area

A residential area is a part of a town or city where people live. It’s mostly made up of homes, apartments, and housing complexes, rather than businesses or factories. These areas are designed for safety and quiet living. Speeding or reckless driving here is especially dangerous and often carries higher penalties.

Lower speed limits (often 20–40 km/h or 15–25 mph).
Be alert for:
- Kids running into the street.
- People crossing the road.
- Parked cars reducing visibility.

3. Speed limit

A speed limit is the maximum speed you are legally allowed to drive on a road. It helps keep drivers, passengers, and pedestrians safe by reducing the risk of accidents. Always adjust your speed for weather, traffic, and road conditions — even if you're below the speed limit!

Helps prevent accidents.
Gives drivers more time to react.
Keeps traffic flowing smoothly.
Protects people in areas like school zones or construction sites.

4. Advisory speed

An advisory speed is a recommended safe speed, not a legal limit. An advisory speed tells drivers what speed is safe to drive in special conditions, like: sharp curves, steep hills, exit ramps, construction zones, slippery roads. It's meant to warn you, not enforce a law.

Not legally required, but strongly recommended.
Driving faster than the advisory speed can be dangerous.
Ignoring it can still lead to accidents or charges (like reckless driving).

Warning for a right turn with advisory speed of 55 km/h. (Helensburgh NSW 2508, Australia) © Wikimedia.org/Maksym Kozlenko, CC BY-SA

5. Bike path

A bike path (also called a cycling path or bike lane) is a designated pathway for bicycles, separate from motor vehicle traffic. It provides a safe and dedicated space for cyclists, reducing the risk of accidents with cars and pedestrians. Bike paths promote safe, eco-friendly transport and reduce traffic congestion!

Rules for cyclists:
- Ride in the correct direction (following traffic flow).
- Yield to pedestrians on shared paths.
- Follow traffic signals and signs.
- No reckless riding (e.g., speeding, sudden turns).
Rules for pedestrians:
- Stay off dedicated bike lanes unless marked as a shared path.
- Cross bike lanes carefully at intersections.
Rules for motorists:
- Do not park or drive in bike lanes.
- Yield to cyclists at crossings.

Path for pedestrians and cyclists. Cyclists have to give way to pedestrians. (Iron Cove Bridge, New South Wales, Australia) © Wikimedia.org/Andy Mitchell, CC BY-SA

6. Pedestrian warning

A pedestrian Warning is a traffic sign or signal that alerts drivers to the presence of pedestrians in an area. These warnings help improve road safety by making sure drivers slow down, yield, or stop when necessary to prevent accidents.

Reduces accidents by making drivers more aware.
Encourages safe pedestrian crossings in busy areas.
Improves traffic flow by clearly marking pedestrian zones.

7. Bridge

Bridges are critical and sensitive road structures, so specific traffic rules are enforced to ensure safety, stability, and smooth traffic flow. Bridges have limited space, structural limits, and unique risks (wind, congestion, accidents). Following these rules keeps everyone safe and prevents damage to the bridge.

Obey Speed Limits - Speed is often lower on bridges due to narrow lanes, curves, or structural limits.
No Overtaking - Do not overtake or change lanes while on a bridge unless explicitly allowed.
No Stopping or Parking - Stopping, standing, or parking on a bridge is strictly prohibited, except in emergencies.
Obey Weight Limits - Heavy vehicles must follow maximum weight restrictions to prevent damage to the bridge structure.
Use Designated Lane - Follow lane markings. Some bridges may have special lanes for bicycles, pedestrians, or emergency vehicles.
No U-Turns or Reversing - U-turns and reversing on a bridge are usually not allowed and can cause accidents.
Watch for Crosswinds - Pay attention to wind warning signs on high or open bridges.
Follow Traffic Signals & Barriers - At railway or movable bridges (drawbridges), stop when barriers are down or signals are red.

Over-height detection gantry with rubber cylinders that hit top of vehicle if too high. (Australia) © Wikimedia.org/Helicode, CC BY-SA

8. Speed bump

A speed bump is a traffic calming device that use vertical deflection to slow motor-vehicle traffic in order to improve safety conditions. Variations include the speed hump, speed cushion and speed table. These designs all help keep speeds safe and roads friendly for people, especially in busy or residential areas.

Slow down to about 10–20 km/h (5–15 mph).
Going too fast can damage your car or feel very uncomfortable.

9. Toll road

A toll Road is a road, bridge, or tunnel where drivers must pay a fee (toll) to use it. The toll helps cover the cost of construction, maintenance, and operation of the road.

How to Pay a Toll:
- Cash Payment – Pay at a toll booth.
- Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) – RFID tags or transponders (e.g., EZ-Pass, FasTrak, SunPass).
- License Plate Billing – Automatic charge via plate recognition.
- Credit/Debit Card Payment – Available at some toll booths.
Examples of Toll Roads:
- Autobahn (Germany) – Some sections require tolls for trucks.
- M6 Toll (UK) – A faster alternative to the M6 motorway.
- Golden Gate Bridge (USA) – Charges a toll for crossing.
- Mumbai-Pune Expressway (India) – A major tolled highway.

10. One-way traffic

One-way traffic is traffic that moves in a single direction. A one-way street is a street either facilitating only one-way traffic, or designed to direct vehicles to move in one direction. One-way streets typically result in higher traffic flow as drivers may avoid encountering oncoming traffic or turns through oncoming traffic.

Directional Flow - Vehicles can only travel in a single direction.
Road Signs and Markings - One-way signs (usually with an arrow) are posted to indicate the direction of traffic flow.
Traffic Regulations - Drivers must follow the direction indicated and are prohibited from driving against the flow of traffic.
Intersection Rules - At intersections, traffic signals or signs will also indicate whether you can enter a one-way street from another direction.
Parking - Be aware of one-way parking rules on these roads, as parking may only be allowed in certain directions.
No U-turns - U-turns are usually prohibited on one-way streets.
Be Cautious at Intersections - Ensure you don’t mistakenly enter a one-way street from the wrong direction.

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