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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
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True/false 17 Germany 37 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 644
Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet metal covers?

451. Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet metal covers?

✓ They can provide much less grip than the surrounding road.
They can cause the tyre pressure to rise suddenly.
They can make the suspension become stiffer.
They can make the tyres overheat.

Wet metal surfaces, such as drain or inspection covers, can provide much less grip than the surrounding road. Cross them smoothly, keep the motorcycle as upright as practical and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering.

Wet metal cover in a motorcycle's path
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Is a high-visibility vest required in cars in Germany?

452. Is a high-visibility vest required in cars in Germany?

No.
✓ Yes.

Cars in Germany are required to carry a high-visibility vest.

High-visibility vest for roadside use
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What should you remember when using driver-assistance systems?

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

The systems can always detect every hazard.
You may stop watching the road when they are active.
You only need to intervene when a warning appears.
✓ You remain responsible and must stay alert.

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 if a vehicle is reversing near you?

454. What should you do if a vehicle is reversing near you?

Walk behind it if it is reversing slowly.
✓ Stay clear and make sure the driver can see you.
Rely on the reversing sensors to make it stop.
Cross behind it once the driver looks forward.

Reversing vehicles have blind spots. Stay away from the vehicle and make sure the driver can see you.

Pedestrian near a reversing vehicle
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When should you switch off your fog lights?

455. When should you switch off your fog lights?

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

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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What should you do if the brake pedal feels unusually soft?

456. What should you do if the brake pedal feels unusually soft?

✓ Stop safely and have the braking system inspected.
Use only the parking brake while driving.
Reduce the tyre pressure to improve braking.
Press the accelerator harder before braking.

A soft brake pedal or increased stopping distance may indicate a serious brake fault. Do not continue driving normally until the system has been checked.

Brake-pedal check for a possible braking fault
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What should you do before driving through a puddle?

457. What should you do before driving through a puddle?

Accelerate so you spend less time in the water.
Maintain your normal speed if the road looks clear.
✓ Slow down and check that it is safe.
Follow another vehicle closely to judge the depth.

Large puddles can hide holes, reduce grip, or cause water to splash onto pedestrians or other vehicles. Slow down and proceed carefully.

Vehicle approaching a puddle on the road
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Why should you avoid travelling with the seatback excessively reclined?

458. Why should you avoid travelling with the seatback excessively reclined?

It can cause the seat belt to lock during normal driving.
It can cause the seat to slide forwards when braking.
✓ It can reduce how effectively the seat belt restrains you.
It can prevent the head restraint from being adjusted.

An excessively reclined seat can affect how the seat belt fits and restrains your body and may increase the risk of sliding under the lap belt in a collision. Sit in a reasonably upright position so the lap belt stays low across the hips and the shoulder belt lies correctly across the chest.

Vehicle seat with an excessively reclined backrest
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

459. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Seat belt not fastened.
Door open.
Airbag-system warning.
Parking brake applied.

This symbol is a seat-belt reminder. It indicates that the driver or another detected occupant has not fastened their seat belt.

Seat-belt reminder symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

460. Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

It causes the tyres to lose pressure.
It prevents the brake lights from working properly.
It makes the steering less responsive afterwards.
✓ Vehicles behind may not have time to react.

Sudden braking can surprise drivers behind you and increase the risk of a rear-end collision.

Following traffic and the risk of sudden braking
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

461. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

ABS fault.
Parking brake applied.
✓ Brake-pad wear warning.
Brake-system 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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Which licence category is mainly associated with buses?

462. Which licence category is mainly associated with buses?

Licence AM.
Licence B.
Licence A.
✓ Licence D.

Driving licence D is mainly associated with buses. Category D1 covers smaller buses, D covers larger buses, and D1E and DE allow heavier trailers.

Bus and category D driving licence
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What should you do when the road is covered with snow or ice?

463. What should you do when the road is covered with snow or ice?

Use quick steering movements if the vehicle starts to slide.
Drive at the normal speed limit if the road looks clear.
✓ Reduce speed, increase following distance, and drive gently.
Follow other vehicles closely in their tyre tracks.

Snow and ice greatly reduce tyre grip. Lower speed, extra distance, and gentle steering, braking, and acceleration help maintain control.

Vehicle travelling on a snow-covered road
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Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

464. Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

Fog causes vehicles to travel at uneven speeds.
✓ Limited visibility makes distances and movement harder to estimate.
Fog changes the way mirrors show moving vehicles.
Fog makes vehicles appear larger than they are.

Fog reduces visual information, making it harder to judge how far away another vehicle is and how quickly it is approaching.

Other traffic partly obscured by fog
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What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

465. What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

Brake hard immediately to stop the vehicle moving sideways.
Release the steering wheel briefly and let the vehicle settle.
✓ Keep calm and steer smoothly to maintain your lane.
Accelerate to make the vehicle more stable.

Strong winds can push your vehicle off course, especially at higher speeds. Reduce speed and use smooth steering to stay in control.

Crosswind affecting a vehicle's road position
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What should you do if the accelerator becomes stuck while you are driving?

466. What should you do if the accelerator becomes stuck while you are driving?

✓ Select neutral, brake firmly, and steer to a safe stopping place.
Apply the parking brake sharply while moving.
Switch off the engine immediately before selecting neutral.
Keep driving and wait for the accelerator to release.

Selecting neutral disconnects engine power from the wheels. Brake firmly, maintain steering control, and switch off the engine after stopping safely.

Stuck accelerator pedal in a vehicle
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What should you do when construction vehicles enter or leave the road?

467. What should you do when construction vehicles enter or leave the road?

Accelerate before the vehicle reaches the road.
Use your horn so the driver waits for you.
✓ Slow down and be prepared for them to move across your path.
Drive closely behind it until there is room to pass.

Construction vehicles may move slowly, have limited visibility, or carry loose material. Give them time and space to manoeuvre.

Construction vehicle entering or leaving a road
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Why should you obey traffic signs?

468. Why should you obey traffic signs?

To avoid checking for other road users.
To let you drive at the maximum permitted speed.
To make other drivers responsible for your safety.
✓ To improve safety for everyone.

Traffic signs help organise traffic and improve safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Traffic signs using Vienna-style designs
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What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

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

Use cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
Accelerate through the rain to clear it more quickly.
Use main beam to improve visibility.
✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.

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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What should you do when your view is blocked at a junction?

470. What should you do when your view is blocked at a junction?

Drive through quickly before other traffic appears.
✓ Slow down and proceed carefully.
Follow the vehicle ahead without checking yourself.
Sound your horn and enter the junction.

If your view is blocked, slow down and make sure the way is clear before entering the junction.

Restricted view of approaching traffic at a junction
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

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

Because they cannot use brake lights.
Because these vehicles always have priority.
✓ Because it may move slowly or stop unexpectedly.
Because they must always travel in the centre of the road.

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

Vehicle following an animal transporter
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Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

472. Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

It can overheat the engine.
It can reduce tyre pressure.
✓ It can cause the windows to mist.
It can switch off the air conditioning.

Using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions can allow moisture to build up inside the vehicle and increase window misting, especially when the air conditioning is not dehumidifying the air. Switching to fresh outside air can help clear condensation.

Air-recirculation setting and misted vehicle windows
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Which licence category is mainly associated with cars?

473. Which licence category is mainly associated with cars?

Licence D.
Licence A.
✓ Licence B.
Licence C.

Driving licence B is mainly associated with cars. Category B covers ordinary cars, while category B with Code 96 and category BE allow heavier trailer combinations.

Car and category B driving licence
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How may drivers normally use a phone while driving in Germany?

474. How may drivers normally use a phone while driving in Germany?

Handheld.
✓ Hands-free.
Either handheld or hands-free.
Only for texting.

When phone use while driving is permitted in Germany, drivers must generally use a hands-free system rather than holding the phone.

Hands-free phone use inside a vehicle
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Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

475. Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

✓ To see better and be seen by others.
To make the brakes respond faster.
To reduce fuel consumption.
To keep the windscreen clear.

Headlights help you see the road and make your vehicle more visible to other road users in fog, rain, darkness, or poor weather.

Vehicle using headlights in reduced visibility
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What is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

476. What is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

To improve the headlights.
To adjust the mirror angle.
To fold the mirrors automatically.
✓ To clear mist or ice from the mirror glass.

Heated door mirrors warm the mirror glass to help clear mist, condensation, or light ice and improve rearward visibility. On some vehicles, they operate together with the rear-window demister.

Heated door-mirror control and demisting function
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What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

477. What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

Whether the parking brake is applied.
Whether the headlights are switched on.
✓ Whether the vehicle's speed is suitable for the lower gear.
Whether the steering wheel is centred.

Before selecting a lower gear, make sure the vehicle's speed is suitable for that gear. Selecting too low a gear at excessive speed can cause harsh engine braking and place unnecessary stress on the drivetrain.

Selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle
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Why is adequate tyre tread important?

478. Why is adequate tyre tread important?

It prevents tyres from losing air pressure.
It increases the amount of power from the engine.
✓ It helps maintain grip and move water away from the tyre.
It keeps the tyres from becoming warm while driving.

Tyre tread helps the vehicle grip the road and disperse water. Worn tread increases the risk of skidding and aquaplaning, especially in wet conditions.

Tread grooves on a vehicle tyre
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What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

479. What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

Rely on the priority rule without reducing your speed.
✓ Slow down, look carefully in all directions, and proceed only when safe.
Continue at normal speed unless another vehicle is visible.
Check only the direction from which traffic usually has priority.

At an uncontrolled junction, priority may not be obvious. Reduce speed, check carefully, and only enter when you are sure it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an uncontrolled junction
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What is the minimum licence for a goods vehicle with a 7,500 kg maximum authorised mass?

480. What is the minimum licence for a goods vehicle with a 7,500 kg maximum authorised mass?

Licence BE.
✓ Licence C1.
Licence D1.
Licence B.

Category C1 covers motor vehicles, other than categories D1 and D, with a maximum authorised mass above 3,500 kg and not exceeding 7,500 kg.

Goods vehicle with a maximum authorised mass of 7,500 kg
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Why should you check your mirrors regularly while driving?

481. Why should you check your mirrors regularly while driving?

To avoid having to check your blind spots.
✓ To stay aware of traffic around you.
To see whether road signs behind you have changed.
To check whether passengers are comfortable.

Regular mirror checks help you understand what is happening behind and beside your vehicle.

Driver checking traffic in a rear-view mirror
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Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

482. Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

They apply only to road workers.
They apply only when traffic is congested.
✓ They are used to protect people and manage hazards.
They can be ignored when the road looks clear.

Temporary speed limits may be used near roadworks, accidents, events, or dangerous conditions. They help keep traffic safe.

Temporary speed-limit sign at roadworks
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Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

483. Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

✓ It uses fuel without moving the vehicle.
It prevents the battery from charging.
It immediately damages the brakes.
It makes the tyres lose pressure.

An idling combustion engine uses fuel while the vehicle is stationary. Avoid unnecessary idling where it is safe and appropriate to switch the engine off, taking account of the vehicle manufacturer's instructions and local rules.

Stationary vehicle with its engine idling
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You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

484. You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

✓ True.
False.

Seat belts reduce the risk of serious injury and should be worn on every trip, even short ones.

Driver wearing a seat belt for a car journey
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What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

485. What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

Apply the parking brake slightly.
Rest your foot lightly on the brake while driving.
Press the brake and accelerator together.
✓ Position your right foot over the brake, ready to press it.

To cover the brake, move your right foot over the brake pedal without pressing it, so you are ready to brake quickly if a hazard develops.

Right foot positioned over the brake pedal
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What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

486. What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

To lock the seat in position.
To adjust the belt height.
✓ To release the seat belt.
To tighten the shoulder belt.

Pressing the button on the seat-belt buckle releases the latch so the belt can be unfastened. Keep the seat belt fastened whenever required while the vehicle is moving.

Release button on a seat-belt buckle
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Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

487. Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

✓ Their combined effects may impair your ability to drive.
They may interfere with the vehicle's electronics.
They may make the vehicle use more fuel.
They can change the tyre pressure.

Different medicines can interact or have combined side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or slower reactions. Check the instructions and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is safe to drive.

Multiple medicines and their potential effects on driving
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What is the minimum licence for a 125 cm³, 11 kW motorcycle at 0.1 kW/kg?

488. What is the minimum licence for a 125 cm³, 11 kW motorcycle at 0.1 kW/kg?

✓ Licence A1.
Licence A.
Licence AM.
Licence A2.

Category A1 covers motorcycles with an engine capacity not exceeding 125 cm³, power not exceeding 11 kW, and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.1 kW/kg.

125 cm³ motorcycle for category A1
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Why should you slow down before a sharp bend?

489. Why should you slow down before a sharp bend?

To make the bend easier to see from a distance.
To reduce fuel consumption.
To prevent other vehicles from overtaking.
✓ To keep control of the vehicle.

Sharp bends reduce your view and can make the vehicle harder to control, so you should slow down before entering the bend.

Vehicle approaching a sharp bend
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What should you do if your vehicle develops a serious fault while driving?

490. What should you do if your vehicle develops a serious fault while driving?

✓ Keep control, reduce speed, and move to a safe place if possible.
Switch off the engine before slowing down.
Continue driving until the vehicle stops by itself.
Stop immediately in the traffic lane.

Your first priority is to keep control of the vehicle. Reduce speed smoothly and move out of the path of traffic where possible, signalling when appropriate. Avoid harsh steering or braking unless necessary.

Vehicle stopped after developing a mechanical fault
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Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

491. Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

✓ Dangerous carbon monoxide can build up.
The tyres can lose pressure more quickly.
The cooling system can stop working.
The engine can lose oil pressure.

Exhaust gases from petrol and diesel engines can contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can build up quickly in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space. Never leave the engine running inside a closed garage or similar area.

Running vehicle engine in an enclosed space
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How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

492. How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

To show the driver's face.
To point towards the left door mirror.
To show mainly the rear seats.
✓ To give a clear view through the rear window.

Adjust the interior rear-view mirror before driving so that you have a clear view through the rear window without needing to move your head significantly.

Adjusting the interior rear-view mirror
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What licence is needed for a B vehicle towing a trailer up to 3,500 kg above 4,250 kg combined MAM?

493. What licence is needed for a B vehicle towing a trailer up to 3,500 kg above 4,250 kg combined MAM?

Licence B with Code 96.
Licence C1E.
✓ Licence BE.
Licence B.

Category BE covers a category B towing vehicle with a trailer or semi-trailer having a maximum authorised mass of up to 3,500 kg. Category B with Code 96 is limited to combinations with a maximum authorised mass of up to 4,250 kg.

Car and trailer combination for category BE
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Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

494. Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

They can increase the vehicle's fuel consumption.
They can interfere with the vehicle's exterior lights.
✓ They can become dangerous projectiles during sudden braking or a collision.
They can reduce tyre pressure while driving.

Loose objects can move or be thrown forwards during sudden braking or a collision. Secure luggage and other items so they cannot injure occupants or interfere with the driver or vehicle controls.

Loose luggage and objects inside a vehicle
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What is the minimum licence for a goods vehicle over 7,500 kg maximum authorised mass?

495. What is the minimum licence for a goods vehicle over 7,500 kg maximum authorised mass?

Licence C1.
Licence C1E.
Licence D.
✓ Licence C.

Category C1 is limited to vehicles with a maximum authorised mass not exceeding 7,500 kg. A goods vehicle above this limit requires category C.

Goods vehicle above 7,500 kg maximum authorised mass
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What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

496. What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

Use the demister instead of the washers.
Continue driving and wait for the spray to clear.
✓ Slow down and use the washers and wipers to restore clear vision.
Switch off the wipers until the windscreen dries.

Clear visibility is essential. Slow down safely and use your washers and wipers until you can see the road clearly again.

Mud and spray obscuring a vehicle's windscreen
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What should you do before crossing behind a bus or large vehicle?

497. What should you do before crossing behind a bus or large vehicle?

✓ Wait until you have a clear view of the road.
Cross as soon as the vehicle has stopped.
Cross if the nearest traffic lane appears clear.
Listen for traffic and cross if you hear none.

Large vehicles can block your view and hide you from drivers. Wait until you can clearly see the road before crossing.

Pedestrian preparing to cross behind a bus
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What should you expect when leaving a tunnel in bright sunlight?

498. What should you expect when leaving a tunnel in bright sunlight?

The road surface becoming more slippery.
The brakes becoming more powerful.
The speed limit automatically increasing.
✓ Temporary glare and reduced visibility.

Your eyes may need time to adjust from the darker tunnel to bright daylight. Reduce speed if necessary and remain alert.

Bright sunlight at the exit of a road tunnel
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How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

499. How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

While braking firmly on the rails.
With the motorcycle leaning sharply.
✓ At a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as practical.
At a very shallow angle alongside the rails.

Rails can be slippery and can catch a motorcycle tyre, especially when wet. Cross them at a sufficiently large angle, as close to perpendicular as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing.

Motorcycle crossing rails in the road
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Which EU driving licence category is used for tractors?

500. Which EU driving licence category is used for tractors?

✓ There is no single harmonised EU category.
Licence D.
Licence B.
Licence C.

There is no single harmonised EU driving licence category for agricultural or forestry tractors. The required licence depends on national rules. For example, Belgium uses category G, the Netherlands category T, and Germany categories L and T.

Tractor and agricultural driving licence categories
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