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True/false 17 Finland 32 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 639
Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

401. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It keeps the trailer more stable in strong winds.
It makes the trailer easier to control.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It reduces tyre wear on the towing vehicle.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

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

It guarantees that no faults will develop between services.
It allows vehicle problems to be ignored until the next service.
It prevents normal wear on important vehicle components.
✓ Regular servicing can identify wear and maintain safety and reliability.

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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How can strong crosswinds affect a vehicle towing a trailer?

403. How can strong crosswinds affect a vehicle towing a trailer?

They affect only the towing vehicle, not the trailer.
They improve tyre grip on exposed roads.
✓ They can push the trailer sideways and reduce stability.
They make the trailer more stable at higher speeds.

Trailers have large side surfaces and may be affected strongly by wind, especially on bridges and exposed roads.

Vehicle and trailer exposed to crosswinds
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Why should you never reverse or make a U-turn inside a tunnel unless directed?

404. Why should you never reverse or make a U-turn inside a tunnel unless directed?

Tunnel ventilation works only in the normal direction of travel.
✓ It can cause a serious collision with approaching traffic.
A U-turn can confuse the tunnel's traffic monitoring system.
The tunnel may be too narrow for the vehicle to turn.

Other drivers may not expect a vehicle to reverse or turn around. Only change direction when instructed by police or tunnel staff.

Vehicle manoeuvring inside a road tunnel
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What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

405. What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

Switch between cruise control and the speed limiter.
✓ Increase or decrease the selected cruising speed.
Apply or release the parking brake.
Change the transmission gear.

When cruise control is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected cruising speed. The amount of each adjustment can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the cruising speed
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

406. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Windscreen washer.
✓ Rear window wiper.
Front windscreen demister.
Windscreen wiper.

This symbol controls the rear window wiper. Depending on the vehicle, the same control may also operate the rear-window washer.

Rear-window wiper control and symbol
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What should you do if a direction indicator does not cancel after a turn?

407. What should you do if a direction indicator does not cancel after a turn?

Leave it flashing until the next turn.
✓ Return the indicator control to its neutral position.
Switch on the hazard warning lights.
Press the horn.

Direction indicators often cancel automatically after a turn, but if an indicator remains on, return the indicator control to its neutral position so you do not mislead other road users.

Returning the indicator stalk to its neutral position
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Which licence category is mainly associated with mopeds?

408. Which licence category is mainly associated with mopeds?

Licence D.
Licence B.
Licence C.
✓ Licence AM.

Driving licence AM is mainly associated with mopeds. Category AM covers mopeds with a design speed above 25 km/h and up to 45 km/h.

Moped and category AM driving licence
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What is the general speed limit for cars on ordinary roads outside built-up areas in Finland?

409. What is the general speed limit for cars on ordinary roads outside built-up areas in Finland?

Other speed limit.
90 km/h.
100 km/h.
✓ 80 km/h.

In Finland, 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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How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

410. How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

Loosely strapped so it can move with the motorcycle.
Mostly on one side to leave the other side free.
Hanging from the handlebars if the luggage is light.
✓ Securely and evenly, without affecting balance or control.

Motorcycle luggage should be securely fastened and sensibly distributed. A loose, uneven or badly positioned load can affect balance, steering and braking, or become caught in moving parts.

Luggage carried on a motorcycle
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When should a passenger get on or off a motorcycle?

411. When should a passenger get on or off a motorcycle?

While the motorcycle is moving slowly.
✓ When the motorcycle is stationary and the rider is ready.
Before the rider has balanced the motorcycle.
As soon as the engine has been started.

A passenger getting on or off can shift the motorcycle's balance suddenly. The motorcycle should be stationary and stable, and the passenger should wait until the rider is ready and prepared to support the extra movement.

Passenger getting onto a stationary motorcycle
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Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

412. Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

✓ N (Neutral).
R (Reverse).
D (Drive).
P (Park).

Select N (Neutral) when drive should not be transmitted to the wheels. Unlike Park, Neutral does not lock the transmission to prevent the vehicle from rolling.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What is the purpose of the clutch pedal in a manual vehicle?

413. What is the purpose of the clutch pedal in a manual vehicle?

To increase the engine speed.
To apply the parking brake.
To slow the vehicle using the brakes.
✓ To disconnect the engine from the transmission.

Pressing the clutch pedal temporarily disconnects the engine from the transmission, allowing the driver to change gear or stop without stalling the engine.

Clutch pedal in a manual vehicle
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Why should you notice the location of emergency exits in a tunnel?

414. Why should you notice the location of emergency exits in a tunnel?

✓ You may need to reach one quickly during an emergency.
They show where overtaking is prohibited.
They mark areas where vehicles may stop temporarily.
Pedestrians may be crossing near them.

Knowing where emergency exits and refuge areas are located can save valuable time during a fire, collision, or evacuation.

Emergency exit inside a road tunnel
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Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

415. Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

✓ The temporary markings that show the current traffic route.
Follow the old permanent markings if they are still visible.
Use whichever markings give you the shortest route.
Ignore markings and follow only the vehicle ahead.

Temporary road markings may replace the normal lane layout during roadworks. Follow the markings and signs that currently guide traffic.

Temporary road markings through a roadworks area
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What should you do before driving after taking medicine?

416. What should you do before driving after taking medicine?

Take an extra dose before a long journey.
Drive slowly until you know how it affects you.
Drink coffee to prevent any side effects.
✓ Check whether it may affect your ability to drive.

Some medicines can affect driving ability by causing drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, slower reactions, or reduced concentration. Check the label or patient information and follow advice from your doctor or pharmacist before driving.

Checking medicine warnings before driving
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How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

417. How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

✓ By removing moisture from the air.
By increasing air recirculation.
By heating the rear window directly.
By opening the windows automatically.

Using the air conditioning can help demist the windows because it removes moisture from the cabin air. Directing this drier air towards the windscreen can clear condensation more quickly.

Air-conditioning controls used to demist the windscreen
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Which side is normally used for overtaking in Finland?

418. Which side is normally used for overtaking in Finland?

✓ Left-hand side.
Right-hand side.

Drivers normally overtake on the left-hand side in Finland.

Vehicle overtaking on the left
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Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

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

Your engine loses power near the top of a hill.
✓ You may not see oncoming traffic or hidden hazards.
Vehicles ahead always have priority on hills.
Speed limits always decrease near hill crests.

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 should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

420. What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

✓ Slow down and be prepared to let it move out when safe.
Sound your horn so the bus waits for you.
Ignore the signal until the bus starts moving.
Accelerate and pass before the bus moves out.

Buses may pull away after picking up passengers. Slow down, check the traffic situation, and allow space when it is safe.

Bus signalling to pull away from a stop
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Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

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

The headlight switch.
The parking-brake control.
✓ The hazard warning light switch.
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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

422. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Seat-belt reminder.
✓ Airbag system warning.
Charging-system warning.
Brake-system warning.

This symbol indicates a possible fault in the airbag or supplementary restraint system. If it remains illuminated while driving, the system should be checked because one or more airbags or seat-belt pretensioners may not operate correctly in a collision.

Airbag-system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do around a damaged electric or hybrid vehicle?

423. What should you do around a damaged electric or hybrid vehicle?

Inspect damaged cables closely before calling for help.
✓ Keep clear of damaged high-voltage components and call trained assistance.
Move damaged high-voltage parts away from the road.
Assume the system is safe once the vehicle is switched off.

Electric and hybrid vehicles can contain dangerous high-voltage systems. Do not touch damaged cables, batteries, or electrical components.

Damaged electric vehicle and high-voltage safety risks
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How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

424. How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

✓ It can raise the centre of gravity and reduce stability.
It affects only fuel consumption, not handling.
It makes the vehicle more stable in bends.
It lowers the vehicle's centre of gravity.

Weight carried high on the vehicle can increase body movement and make sudden steering or cornering less stable.

Vehicle carrying a raised roof load
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Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

425. Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

P (Park).
✓ D (Drive).
N (Neutral).
R (Reverse).

Select D (Drive) for normal forward driving in a vehicle with an automatic transmission. The transmission then selects the appropriate gear automatically.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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Which motorcycles are covered by driving licence A1?

426. Which motorcycles are covered by driving licence A1?

✓ Motorcycles up to 125 cm³ and 11 kW.
Motorcycles up to 35 kW.
Cars up to 3,500 kg.
Motorcycles of any power.

Category A1 covers motorcycles with an engine capacity of no more than 125 cm³, power of no more than 11 kW, and a power-to-weight ratio of no more than 0.1 kW/kg. It also covers powered tricycles up to 15 kW.

Light motorcycle covered by category A1
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

427. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

ABS fault.
✓ Parking brake applied.
Power-steering fault.
Brake pads worn.

This symbol indicates that the parking brake is applied. It should normally go out when the parking brake is fully released.

Parking-brake indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if a load extends beyond the vehicle?

428. What should you do if a load extends beyond the vehicle?

✓ Make sure it is legal, secure, and properly marked when required.
Leave it unmarked if it is easy to see.
Cover it with a cloth instead of marking it.
Secure only the part that remains inside the vehicle.

An extending load may create additional danger and may require specific markings or equipment under local rules.

Load projecting beyond a vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

429. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Speed limiter.
Electronic stability control.
Cruise control.

The speed limiter allows the driver to set a maximum speed that the vehicle should not normally exceed while the accelerator is being used.

Vehicle speed-limiter control and symbol
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What do the + and − controls normally adjust when the speed limiter is active?

430. What do the + and − controls normally adjust when the speed limiter is active?

✓ The selected maximum speed.
The following distance.
The engine idle speed.
The transmission gear.

When the speed limiter is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected maximum speed. The exact adjustment steps can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the speed limiter
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You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

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

False.
✓ True.

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 should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

432. What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

Look only at the road directly in front of you.
Let the bicycle gain speed while the road ahead is clear.
✓ Control your speed and keep both hands ready to brake.
Brake as late as possible before bends.

Higher speed increases stopping distance and reduces reaction time. Maintain a speed that allows you to stop safely.

Cyclist riding down a hill
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Which vehicles are covered by driving licence AM?

433. Which vehicles are covered by driving licence AM?

✓ Mopeds over 25 and up to 45 km/h, and light quadricycles.
Cars up to 3,500 kg.
Motorcycles up to 125 cm³.
Motorcycles up to 35 kW.

Category AM covers certain two- and three-wheeled mopeds with a maximum design speed above 25 km/h and not exceeding 45 km/h, as well as light quadricycles.

Category AM mopeds and light quadricycles
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How should you use the clutch and accelerator when moving off?

434. How should you use the clutch and accelerator when moving off?

Release the clutch suddenly without using the accelerator.
✓ Release the clutch smoothly while applying the accelerator progressively.
Keep the clutch fully pressed while accelerating.
Press the brake and accelerator together.

When moving off, release the clutch pedal smoothly through the biting point while applying the accelerator progressively. This helps the vehicle move away smoothly without stalling or excessive engine speed.

Coordinating the clutch and accelerator when moving off
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What is the best place to cross the road?

435. What is the best place to cross the road?

At the shortest point, even if visibility is limited.
✓ At a designated crossing.
Near a bend if approaching traffic seems slow.
Between parked vehicles if traffic appears quiet.

Use a designated crossing whenever possible. It is usually the safest place to cross the road.

Designated crossing for pedestrians
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

436. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Parking lights.
Hazard warning lights.
Instrument-panel brightness.
✓ Interior lighting.

This control operates the vehicle's interior lighting. Depending on the vehicle, the lights can be switched on manually or set to illuminate automatically when a door is opened.

Control for the vehicle's interior lighting
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What should you remember when using driver-assistance systems?

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

You may stop watching the road when they are active.
You only need to intervene when a warning appears.
The systems can always detect every hazard.
✓ 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 the charging-system warning light comes on?

438. What should you do if the charging-system warning light comes on?

✓ Reduce electrical use, stop safely, and seek assistance.
Restart the engine repeatedly to reset the warning.
Switch on more electrical systems to test the battery.
Continue driving until the battery is completely discharged.

The alternator or charging system may have failed. The vehicle may stop once the remaining battery charge is exhausted.

Charging-system warning illuminated on the dashboard
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How should a motorcyclist react to grooves or ruts in the road?

439. How should a motorcyclist react to grooves or ruts in the road?

✓ Reduce speed and keep a relaxed, steady grip.
Brake hard while riding through them.
Make quick steering corrections as the bike moves.
Grip the handlebars as tightly as possible.

Longitudinal grooves or ruts can affect a motorcycle's steering and may make the wheels follow the uneven surface. Reduce speed where necessary, keep a relaxed but steady grip and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering corrections.

Motorcyclist approaching grooves in the road surface
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What should you do when traffic lights are not working?

440. What should you do when traffic lights are not working?

Treat the junction as if you have priority.
✓ Proceed carefully and follow signs or priority rules.
Wait for another driver to enter first, then follow.
Proceed if the junction appears clear.

If traffic lights are not working, slow down, observe carefully, and follow signs, road markings, or local priority rules.

Junction with traffic lights out of operation
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Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

441. Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

It allows you to remain close to moving traffic.
It gives you priority when walking beside the road.
✓ It makes you easier for approaching drivers and recovery workers to see.
It makes hazard warning lights unnecessary.

High-visibility clothing improves your visibility, especially at night or in poor weather, but you must still remain away from traffic.

High-visibility clothing worn during a roadside breakdown
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What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

442. What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

Accelerate to pass before the light turns red.
Stop even if this requires sudden harsh braking.
Treat it like a green light until it turns red.
✓ Stop if you can do so safely.

An amber light warns that the signal is changing. Stop if it is safe, but avoid sudden braking that could cause danger behind you.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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Why should a front passenger keep their feet off the dashboard?

443. Why should a front passenger keep their feet off the dashboard?

✓ It can greatly increase the risk of injury if the airbag deploys.
It can make the front seat slide forwards during braking.
It can interfere with the rear-view mirror.
It can prevent the engine from cooling properly.

A front airbag deploys very quickly and with considerable force. If a passenger has their feet or legs on the dashboard, airbag deployment can force their legs backwards and greatly increase the risk of serious injury. Passengers should sit normally with their feet in the footwell and wear their seat belts correctly. The driver should make sure everyone is seated and restrained safely before setting off.

Passenger resting their feet on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

444. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Window lock.
✓ Child safety lock.
Central door locking.
Boot release.

This control activates the child safety lock. It helps prevent a rear door from being opened from inside the vehicle, depending on the vehicle and system design.

Child safety lock control and symbol
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Why should you check blind spots before moving off?

445. Why should you check blind spots before moving off?

To make sure your mirrors are adjusted correctly.
To judge the speed of traffic approaching from behind.
✓ A cyclist, pedestrian, or vehicle may be beside you.
To confirm other drivers have seen your indicator.

Mirrors do not show every area around your vehicle. A blind-spot check can reveal cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists, or vehicles before you move off.

Driver checking a blind spot before moving off
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Which distance unit is used on road signs in Finland?

446. Which distance unit is used on road signs in Finland?

Miles.
✓ Kilometres.

Road distances in Finland are normally shown in kilometres.

Distance units used on road signs
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What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

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

✓ Whether the vehicle's speed is suitable for the lower gear.
Whether the parking brake is applied.
Whether the headlights are switched on.
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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What is the minimum licence for a 125 cm³, 11 kW motorcycle at 0.1 kW/kg?

448. 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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It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

449. It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

✓ False.
True.

You must still drive safely and obey traffic laws. Speeding increases risk and is not automatically justified by overtaking.

Vehicle overtaking another road user
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Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence C1E?

450. Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence C1E?

A category D1 minibus with a heavy trailer.
Any combination weighing more than 12,000 kg.
Any category C vehicle with a heavy trailer.
✓ A C1 vehicle with a heavy trailer, up to 12,000 kg combined.

Category C1E covers a category C1 vehicle with a trailer over 750 kg, provided the combination does not exceed 12,000 kg. It can also cover certain category B vehicles towing trailers over 3,500 kg, again with a combined maximum authorised mass not exceeding 12,000 kg.

Goods vehicle and trailer covered by category C1E
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