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Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

151. Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

They improve braking performance in poor weather.
✓ They help you see, be seen, and communicate your intentions.
They only need to work when you drive at night.
They prevent the windscreen from misting.

Dirty or faulty lights reduce visibility and make it harder for other road users to understand when you are braking, turning, reversing, or changing position.

Checking and cleaning a vehicle's exterior lights
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

152. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

Obey only if traffic has completely stopped.
Wait for a police officer to confirm the signal.
✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.
Follow the normal traffic signs instead.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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What is the general speed limit for cars on ordinary roads outside built-up areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

153. What is the general speed limit for cars on ordinary roads outside built-up areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

90 km/h.
100 km/h.
✓ 80 km/h.
70 km/h.

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the general speed limit for cars on ordinary roads outside built-up areas is 80 km/h, unless signs indicate otherwise.

Speed limits for cars outside built-up areas
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Why should you avoid overtaking when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

154. Why should you avoid overtaking when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

The crossing may make it harder to judge your speed.
Crossing markings can make lane changes more difficult.
Vehicles use more braking distance near crossings.
✓ A pedestrian may be hidden by the vehicle ahead.

A vehicle slowing or stopping near a pedestrian crossing may be hiding someone who is crossing. Overtaking could put you directly into the pedestrian's path.

Vehicles approaching a pedestrian crossing
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What should you do when approaching a tunnel?

155. What should you do when approaching a tunnel?

Stop and wait until the tunnel is clear.
Increase speed to spend less time inside.
✓ Use the correct lights and keep a safe distance.
Switch on the hazard lights before entering.

When entering a tunnel, use the correct lights, keep enough distance, and stay alert for slower traffic.

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Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

156. Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

✓ The trailer follows a tighter path than the towing vehicle.
Wider turns reduce the trailer's stopping distance.
The trailer always follows the same path as the towing vehicle.
Wide turns prevent the trailer from swaying.

Trailer wheels cut closer to the inside of a turn. Allow enough clearance from kerbs, signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles.

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What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

157. What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

✓ 50 km/h.
60 km/h.
30 km/h.
40 km/h.

The general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 50 km/h, unless signs indicate otherwise.

Speed limits for cars in built-up areas
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Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

158. Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

✓ The hazard warning light switch.
The headlight switch.
The parking-brake control.
The rear-window demister.

The hazard warning light switch activates all direction indicators at the same time to warn other road users of a hazard or emergency.

Hazard warning light switch and triangle symbol
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Why should you be careful when driving beside a bus at a stop?

159. Why should you be careful when driving beside a bus at a stop?

A stopped bus always has priority over passing traffic.
✓ Passengers may step out or cross near the bus.
Bus stops usually have a lower speed limit.
Vehicles beside a bus must always stop and wait.

Stopped buses can hide pedestrians, and passengers may cross unexpectedly. Slow down and be ready to react.

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Which factors can increase a vehicle's stopping distance?

160. Which factors can increase a vehicle's stopping distance?

✓ Higher speed, slower reactions, poor grip, and vehicle condition.
Lower speed, dry roads, and good tyres.
Having a full fuel tank and adjusted mirrors.
Using dipped headlights and keeping the windows closed.

Stopping distance can increase because of higher speed, slower driver reactions, reduced tyre grip, poor weather or road conditions, worn tyres, weak brakes, or a heavier vehicle. Both the driver's reaction distance and the vehicle's braking distance can be affected.

Road and vehicle conditions affecting stopping distance
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What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

161. What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

The headlights may switch off.
The steering may lock.
The parking brake may engage.
✓ The engine may stall.

Releasing the clutch pedal too quickly when moving off can cause the engine to stall. Release the clutch smoothly through the biting point while applying the accelerator progressively.

Clutch release and engine stalling when moving off
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

162. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low tyre pressure.
Electronic stability control.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Power-steering warning.

This symbol indicates a possible fault with the power-steering system. Steering assistance may be reduced or unavailable, making the steering wheel harder to turn.

Power-steering warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

163. Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

Vehicles in a junction lose priority.
Your stopping distance becomes longer.
✓ Other traffic needs space to move safely.
Traffic lights may stop working.

Blocking a junction can prevent vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians from moving safely. Enter only when there is enough space to drive through and clear the junction.

Traffic blocking a road junction
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Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

164. Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

✓ To position the shoulder belt correctly across the body.
To increase the length of the lap belt.
To make the belt easier to unfasten.
To prevent the seat from moving.

The seat-belt height adjustment helps position the shoulder belt correctly across the chest and shoulder. It should not run across the neck or under the arm.

Height adjustment for the shoulder section of a seat belt
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

165. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low engine coolant level.
Low engine oil.
Engine overheating.
Low tyre pressure.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant level is low. Check the coolant level when the engine is cool and refill it with the correct coolant if necessary.

Low coolant-level warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

166. Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

Speed limits always decrease near hill crests.
✓ You may not see oncoming traffic or hidden hazards.
Hilltops usually have a slippery road surface.
Your engine loses power near the top of a hill.

Near the top of a hill, your view ahead is limited. Oncoming vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, or obstacles may be hidden.

Hill crest hiding the road ahead
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What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

167. What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

Sprays washer fluid automatically.
Operates only the rear wiper.
Runs the wipers continuously at maximum speed.
✓ Operates the wipers automatically when rain is detected.

When AUTO is selected, a rain sensor can operate the windscreen wipers automatically and adjust their operation according to the amount of moisture detected on the windscreen.

AUTO setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

168. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

Because they cannot use brake lights.
Because they cannot use their horn.
✓ Because it may move slowly or stop unexpectedly.
Because these vehicles always have priority.

Vehicles transporting animals may accelerate slowly, take bends carefully, or brake gently to protect their load.

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How should a disabled vehicle be towed?

169. How should a disabled vehicle be towed?

By attaching a rope to the bumper.
✓ Use approved towing points and a method permitted by local rules.
Without checking the steering or brakes.
At the highest possible safe speed.

Incorrect towing can damage the vehicle or cause loss of control. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and local rules, and use professional recovery when the correct procedure is uncertain.

Disabled vehicle being towed
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What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

170. What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

Keep the engine idling if the vehicle is outside.
Leave the engine running to protect the battery.
✓ Switch off the engine before starting to refuel.
Increase the engine speed before removing the fuel cap.

Switch off the engine before refuelling. Fuel vapours are flammable, so avoid ignition sources and follow the safety instructions at the filling station. If fuel is spilled, do not start the vehicle until the situation has been made safe.

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Why should you leave space beside large vehicles when they turn?

171. Why should you leave space beside large vehicles when they turn?

✓ They may need extra room to complete the turn.
They always have priority while turning.
They can turn only from the centre of the road.
They always turn more slowly than cars.

Large vehicles often swing wide when turning and have larger blind spots. Keep clear and do not move into the space beside them.

Large vehicle needing extra space to turn
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Which pedal is used to slow down or stop the vehicle?

172. Which pedal is used to slow down or stop the vehicle?

The accelerator pedal.
The clutch pedal.
✓ The brake pedal.
The footrest.

The brake pedal is used to reduce the vehicle's speed or bring it to a stop. In a manual vehicle, it is the middle pedal.

Brake pedal in the driver's footwell
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What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

173. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

✓ Check all around and make sure it is safe.
Check the mirrors and reverse if they appear clear.
Sound the horn before reversing and proceed.
Check behind only after you start moving.

Before reversing, check all around the vehicle, including blind spots, for pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, and other hazards. Reverse slowly and keep checking as you move.

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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

174. Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

Because tyres need more space to warm up.
Because vehicles ahead have priority in rain.
To reduce road surface damage.
✓ Because braking distances are longer.

Water reduces grip between the tyres and the road, so it takes longer to slow down or stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a wet road
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Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

175. Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

No, it can remain down when riding slowly.
✓ Yes, a lowered stand could catch the road and affect control.
No, the stand helps stabilise the motorcycle while moving.
Yes, but only when carrying a passenger.

The side stand should be fully raised before riding. If it remains down, it may strike the road surface, particularly when turning, and could cause the rider to lose control.

Motorcycle side stand and pre-ride checks
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What should you do if your headlights fail while driving at night?

176. What should you do if your headlights fail while driving at night?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely using any remaining lights or hazard lights.
Continue slowly if the road is well lit.
Stop immediately in the traffic lane.
Follow another vehicle closely for visibility.

Without effective headlights, you may not see hazards and other road users may not see you. Stop in a safe location as soon as possible.

Vehicle with failed headlights at night
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

177. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low tyre pressure.
Electronic stability control.
Engine-management warning.
Brake-system warning.

This symbol indicates that one or more tyres may have low pressure. Check the tyre pressures and inspect the tyres for damage or a puncture.

Tyre-pressure warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

178. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking brake applied.
Brake-system fault.
✓ Brake-pad wear warning.
ABS fault.

This symbol indicates that the brake pads may be worn and should be inspected. Continuing to drive with excessively worn brake pads can reduce braking performance and damage other brake components.

Brake-pad wear warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

179. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Exterior mirror adjustment.
Seat adjustment.
✓ Exterior mirror folding.
Electric window control.

This control folds or unfolds the vehicle's exterior mirrors. It is useful when parking in narrow spaces or when leaving the vehicle parked.

Control for folding the exterior mirrors
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Why should loose clothing be avoided when riding a motorcycle?

180. Why should loose clothing be avoided when riding a motorcycle?

✓ It can become caught in moving parts or distract the rider.
It can make the brakes overheat.
It can make the motorcycle use more fuel.
It can reduce the pressure in the tyres.

Loose clothing, straps or scarves can flap in the wind or become caught in moving parts such as the chain or wheel. Motorcycle clothing should fit securely and should not have loose items that could interfere with safe riding.

Motorcyclist wearing loose clothing
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Why should heavy items be placed low and evenly distributed?

181. Why should heavy items be placed low and evenly distributed?

To make the steering lighter.
To increase the available luggage space.
To reduce wear on the engine.
✓ To help keep the vehicle stable.

A high or uneven load can make the vehicle unstable, especially during braking, cornering, or sudden steering.

Heavy luggage positioned low in a vehicle
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Why should you avoid unnecessary lane changes in roadworks?

182. Why should you avoid unnecessary lane changes in roadworks?

Drivers should always use the lane with fewer vehicles.
Changing lanes helps traffic move faster through roadworks.
✓ Narrow lanes and changing layouts increase the risk of collision.
Lane changes are safer when traffic is moving slowly.

Frequent lane changes create additional risk where space is limited and drivers are already adapting to temporary layouts.

Vehicles travelling through restricted roadworks lanes
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What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

183. What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

Activates the rear wiper.
Runs the wipers continuously.
Sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen.
✓ Operates the windscreen wipers once.

The single-wipe position operates the windscreen wipers for one sweep and then stops. It is useful when only a small amount of water or spray needs to be cleared from the windscreen.

Single-wipe setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

184. Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

It normally happens only when the vehicle is stopped.
It usually makes you drive more slowly.
✓ You can lose awareness of the road for several seconds.
It makes the steering feel heavier.

A microsleep is a brief, involuntary episode of sleep that can last for a few seconds. During that time, you may lose awareness of the road and travel a considerable distance without reacting to hazards.

Driver losing alertness at the wheel
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What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

185. What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

Use cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.
Use main beam to improve visibility.
Drive closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.

Heavy rain reduces grip and visibility. Lower speed and extra distance give you more time to react safely.

Vehicle travelling through heavy rain
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Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

186. Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

On the verge beside the broken-down vehicle.
Between the vehicle and the safety barrier.
✓ Behind a safety barrier and well away from the vehicle and traffic.
In front of the vehicle while facing approaching traffic.

A stationary vehicle can be struck by passing traffic. Waiting behind a barrier provides better protection.

People waiting behind a safety barrier after a breakdown
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

187. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low windscreen washer fluid.
Low tyre pressure.
Windscreen demister active.
Low coolant level.

This symbol indicates that the windscreen washer fluid level is low. Refill the washer-fluid reservoir with suitable fluid when possible.

Low washer-fluid warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

188. What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

That the charging cable is as long as possible.
That the vehicle doors remain unlocked.
✓ That the connector and charging equipment are suitable for the vehicle.
That the vehicle's headlights are switched on.

Charging connectors and charging capabilities can vary between vehicles and charging stations. Use compatible charging equipment that is suitable for the vehicle and follow the vehicle and charger manufacturer's instructions.

Matching an electric vehicle's connector to suitable charging equipment
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What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

189. What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

Use it as a permanent replacement if it looks undamaged.
Ignore its speed restriction on short journeys.
Increase its pressure to match the other tyres.
✓ Follow its speed and distance restrictions and replace it as soon as possible.

Temporary spare wheels may have limited speed, distance, and handling capabilities. Arrange a proper repair or replacement promptly.

Temporary spare wheel fitted to a vehicle
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Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

190. Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

So the vehicle uses less fuel.
So the brakes respond more quickly.
So the clutch cannot wear out.
✓ So you can operate the pedals accurately and safely.

Suitable footwear helps you operate the accelerator, brake, and clutch accurately. Loose, bulky, or slippery footwear can interfere with pedal control or become caught around the pedals.

Driver's footwear and contact with the pedals
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Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

191. Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

Low, heavily loaded vehicles.
✓ High-sided vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans.
Vehicles with full fuel tanks.
Electric vehicles.

High-sided vehicles can be pushed sideways because of their large side area. Cyclists and motorcyclists can also be strongly affected by sudden gusts.

High-sided vehicle exposed to crosswinds
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Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

192. Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

It guarantees that no faults will develop between services.
It means routine checks between services are unnecessary.
✓ Regular servicing can identify wear and maintain safety and reliability.
It prevents normal wear on important vehicle components.

Scheduled servicing helps ensure that brakes, tyres, fluids, filters, steering, suspension, and other important systems are checked and maintained before faults become more serious.

Vehicle maintenance following a servicing schedule
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What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

193. What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

Drink coffee before driving.
Drive only on familiar roads.
✓ Do not drive.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.

Drugs can impair judgement, coordination, concentration, and reaction time. Their effects can be unpredictable and may continue after you feel that the main effects have passed. Do not drive while impaired.

Drug impairment and the decision not to drive
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What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

194. What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

Use it only during daylight.
Keep using it if the weather is dry.
✓ Replace it before riding.
Cover the scratches with clear tape.

A badly scratched or damaged visor can reduce or distort your view, especially in bright sunlight or at night. Replace a visor that no longer provides a clear, safe view and follow the helmet manufacturer's instructions.

Scratched visor on a motorcycle helmet
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

195. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Charging-system warning.
✓ Engine-temperature warning.
Low washer fluid.
Oil-pressure warning.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. If it illuminates while driving, stop safely and allow the engine to cool before investigating the cause.

Engine-temperature warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you remember when using driver-assistance systems?

196. What should you remember when using driver-assistance systems?

✓ You remain responsible and must stay alert.
You only need to intervene when a warning appears.
The systems can take full responsibility for driving.
You may stop watching the road when they are active.

Driver-assistance systems can help with tasks such as maintaining speed, monitoring lanes, or warning about hazards, but they do not replace the driver. Stay attentive, monitor the road and traffic, and be ready to take control whenever necessary.

Driver monitoring the road while using driver assistance
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What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

197. What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

Cover the chip so it cannot spread.
Ignore it if it is outside your direct view.
Clean the glass and continue driving normally.
✓ Have it assessed and repaired promptly.

A chip can obstruct your view, weaken the glass, and develop into a larger crack. Have it checked and repaired promptly.

Stone chip in a vehicle's windscreen
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Why should you be prepared for changing conditions on mountain roads?

198. Why should you be prepared for changing conditions on mountain roads?

Mountain roads always have the same weather.
Road conditions usually improve as altitude increases.
✓ Weather, visibility, and road conditions can change quickly.
Road signs become less important at higher elevations.

Fog, rain, snow, ice, falling rocks, and strong winds can develop rapidly in mountainous areas.

Changing visibility and weather on a mountain road
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When should you switch off your fog lights?

199. When should you switch off your fog lights?

Never, because they always improve visibility.
When you enter a built-up area.
✓ When visibility improves and they are no longer needed.
Only after the journey is finished.

Fog lights can dazzle other road users when visibility is normal, so switch them off when conditions improve.

Fog-light control as visibility improves
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Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

200. Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

To reduce braking distance.
✓ To maintain control if the vehicle is pushed.
To improve tyre grip.
To make the power steering work better.

A firm but relaxed grip helps you respond safely to sudden changes caused by wind.

Driver holding the steering wheel during strong gusts
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