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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 Iceland.

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True/false 17 Iceland 27 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 634
What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

251. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Windscreen washer.
Air conditioning.
Air recirculation.
✓ Front windscreen demister.

This symbol indicates the front windscreen demister. It directs airflow towards the windscreen to help clear condensation, mist or frost and restore a clear view.

Front windscreen demister symbol on the dashboard
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Which control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights?

252. Which control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights?

The rear-window demister.
The windscreen-wiper control.
The hazard warning switch.
✓ The lighting control.

The lighting control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights. Depending on the vehicle, it may be a rotary switch or part of a lighting stalk.

Lighting control for switching on dipped headlights
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What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Iceland?

253. What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Iceland?

✓ 50 km/h.
40 km/h.
30 km/h.
Other speed limit.

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

Speed limits for cars in built-up areas
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Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

254. Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

To shorten the distance needed to stop.
To check whether your brake lights are working.
✓ To know what is happening behind you.
To check whether the road surface is slippery.

Checking your mirrors helps you understand what is happening behind you and anticipate how following traffic may react. In an emergency, do not delay necessary braking.

Driver checking following traffic before braking
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

255. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Headlight flash.
Parking assistance.
Cruise control.
✓ Horn.

This symbol indicates the horn control. The horn is used to warn other road users of your presence when necessary.

Vehicle horn control and symbol
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Which speed unit is used in Iceland?

256. Which speed unit is used in Iceland?

✓ Kilometres per hour (km/h).
Miles per hour (mph).

Road speeds in Iceland are shown in kilometres per hour (km/h).

Road speed expressed in kilometres per hour
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Why should you take care when parking a motorcycle on soft ground?

257. Why should you take care when parking a motorcycle on soft ground?

The brakes may lock while the motorcycle is parked.
The engine may become difficult to start.
✓ The stand may sink into the ground and the motorcycle could fall.
The tyres may immediately lose air pressure.

On soft or unstable ground, the side or centre stand can sink or move, causing the motorcycle to fall. Park on a firm, stable surface or use a suitable support under the stand when necessary.

Motorcycle stand resting on soft ground
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How can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

258. How can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

It has no effect once the vehicle is moving.
It reduces aerodynamic resistance.
It improves tyre efficiency in every situation.
✓ It can increase consumption because air resistance rises.

As speed increases, aerodynamic resistance generally rises, so the vehicle needs more energy to maintain that speed. Driving smoothly at an appropriate speed can therefore reduce fuel or energy consumption.

Vehicle speed and aerodynamic resistance
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What should you check before starting a manual vehicle?

259. What should you check before starting a manual vehicle?

That first gear is selected and the accelerator is pressed.
That the parking brake is released.
✓ That the gearbox is in neutral and the clutch is pressed.
That reverse gear is selected.

Before starting a manual vehicle, make sure the gearbox is in neutral and press the clutch pedal. This helps prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly when the engine starts.

Clutch and gear checks before starting a manual vehicle
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What should you do if the brake pedal feels unusually soft?

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

✓ Stop safely and have the braking system inspected.
Press the accelerator harder before braking.
Reduce the tyre pressure to improve braking.
Continue until the brakes begin making noise.

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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

261. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
Automatic emergency braking.
Lane-departure warning.
✓ Parking assistance.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's parking assistance system. Depending on the vehicle, the system may use sensors or cameras to detect obstacles and assist the driver while parking.

Parking-assistance symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

262. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Adaptive cruise control.
Lane-departure warning.
Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to adaptive cruise control (ACC). The system can maintain a selected speed and automatically adjust the vehicle's speed to help maintain a set distance from traffic ahead.

Adaptive cruise-control symbol on the dashboard
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What should you expect if the engine suddenly stalls while the vehicle is moving?

263. What should you expect if the engine suddenly stalls while the vehicle is moving?

The vehicle will stop immediately when the engine stops.
Power assistance will continue working normally.
✓ Steering and braking may require more effort, so move to a safe place.
The steering and brakes will stop working completely.

Power assistance may be reduced when the engine stops. Keep control, use the hazard lights if needed, and steer toward a safe stopping area.

Driver responding to an engine stall while moving
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How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

264. How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

It affects only fuel consumption, not handling.
It reduces the effect of strong crosswinds.
It lowers the vehicle's centre of gravity.
✓ It can raise the centre of gravity and reduce stability.

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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What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

265. What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

Cross as soon as the nearest vehicle starts slowing down.
Rely on the crossing markings to make every vehicle stop.
Check only the lane nearest to you before crossing.
✓ Make sure it is safe to cross.

Even at a pedestrian crossing, make sure approaching drivers have seen you and are able to stop before you cross.

Pedestrian checking traffic before using a crossing
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What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

266. What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

To adjust the seat height.
To tighten the parking brake.
✓ To take up slack and lock the belt when necessary.
To release the seat belt from the buckle.

The seat-belt retractor takes up slack and helps keep the belt properly positioned against the body. It allows normal movement but can lock during sudden braking, rapid belt movement or a collision.

Seat-belt webbing and retracting mechanism
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What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

267. What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

Pass quickly before the vehicle starts turning.
Ride beside it so the driver can see you.
✓ Stay back and do not pass on the turning side.
Move alongside it if there appears to be enough space.

Large vehicles need extra space to turn and may move across a cyclist's path. Remaining behind is usually safer.

Cyclist near a turning large vehicle
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What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

268. What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

Licence C.
Licence D1.
Licence D1E.
✓ Licence D.

Category D1 is limited to vehicles designed for no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver. A bus designed for more than 16 passengers therefore requires category D.

Bus designed for more than 16 passengers
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What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

269. What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

✓ Press it fully while maintaining firm brake pressure.
Release it suddenly.
Pump it repeatedly.
Keep it partly pressed.

During emergency braking in a manual vehicle, maintain firm pressure on the brake and press the clutch pedal fully so the engine does not stall as the vehicle slows. Do not reduce braking pressure while operating the clutch.

Brake and clutch operation during an emergency stop
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What is the minimum licence for a motorcycle with more than 35 kW?

270. What is the minimum licence for a motorcycle with more than 35 kW?

Licence A1.
Licence AM.
Licence B.
✓ Licence A.

Category A2 is limited to motorcycles with power not exceeding 35 kW. A motorcycle with more than 35 kW therefore requires category A.

Motorcycle with more than 35 kW
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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

271. Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

To keep the engine from overheating.
✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.
To reduce fuel consumption.
To make the windscreen wipers work better.

Rain, snow, fog, and ice can reduce visibility and tyre grip. Lower speed gives you more time and distance to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling in poor weather
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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

272. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

Ride as close to the edge of the road as possible.
Follow a large vehicle closely for protection from the wind.
Make sudden steering movements whenever the wind changes.
✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

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What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

273. What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

Watch only the traffic directly ahead of you.
✓ Reduce speed, observe carefully, and be ready to stop.
Maintain your speed if no traffic is visible.
Rely on other road users to give way to you.

Junctions create conflict points between road users. Slowing down gives you more time to see hazards and react safely.

Cyclist approaching a road junction
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

274. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Main beam.
Rear fog lights.
Sidelights.
Dipped headlights.

This symbol indicates that the main beam headlights are switched on. Main beam illuminates the road farther ahead but can dazzle other road users, so it should be changed to dipped headlights when necessary.

Main-beam headlight symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

275. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Heated steering wheel.
Seat ventilation.
✓ Seat heating.
Air conditioning.

This control activates the seat heating, which warms the seat cushion and, on many vehicles, the backrest. Several heat levels may be available.

Heated-seat control and symbol
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What is the minimum licence for a moped with a design speed over 25 and up to 45 km/h?

276. What is the minimum licence for a moped with a design speed over 25 and up to 45 km/h?

✓ Licence AM.
Licence A2.
Licence A1.
No driving licence is required.

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.

Moped with a design speed up to 45 km/h
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You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

277. You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

False.
✓ True.

Keeping proper control of the steering wheel helps you react safely to changes in traffic and road conditions.

Driver keeping both hands on the steering wheel
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What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

278. What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

Replace only the seat cover.
Use it normally after tightening the straps.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions about inspection or replacement.
Keep using it if no damage is visible.

A child restraint may be damaged in a collision even when the damage is not obvious. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, as the restraint may need to be inspected or replaced before it is used again.

Child car seat requiring inspection after a collision
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

279. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Air recirculation.
Windscreen wiper speed.
✓ Windscreen washer.
Rear window demister.

This symbol indicates the windscreen washer. Operating the control sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen and normally activates the wipers to help clean the glass.

Windscreen-washer control and spray symbol
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

280. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
✓ Driving mode selection.
Cruise control.
Four-wheel drive.

This control selects a driving mode. Depending on the vehicle, different modes can alter characteristics such as accelerator response, steering assistance, transmission behaviour or energy use.

Selector for the vehicle's driving modes
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

281. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Speed limiter.
Electronic stability control.
✓ Cruise control.
Power-steering warning.

This symbol indicates the cruise-control system. Cruise control can maintain a selected vehicle speed without the driver continuously pressing the accelerator. The exact indicator behaviour can vary between vehicles.

Cruise-control indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if an EV charging connector will not release from the vehicle?

282. What should you do if an EV charging connector will not release from the vehicle?

Drive forwards slowly until the connector releases.
Twist the connector from side to side until it comes loose.
Use a tool to prise the connector from the charging port.
✓ Stop the charging session, unlock the vehicle, and follow the instructions.

Charging connectors may remain locked while charging or until the vehicle is unlocked. Stop the charging session and follow the vehicle or charger's release procedure. Never force the connector; if it remains stuck, seek appropriate assistance.

Charging connector attached to an electric vehicle
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

283. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Lane-departure warning.
Electronic stability control.
Automatic emergency braking.
Adaptive cruise control.

This symbol relates to the lane-departure warning or lane-keeping system. The system monitors the vehicle's position within its lane and may warn the driver if the vehicle begins to leave the lane unintentionally.

Lane-departure warning symbol on the dashboard
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You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

284. You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

✓ False.
True.

Hazard lights are used to warn other road users of a hazard or an unexpectedly stopped vehicle. They do not make illegal or unsafe parking acceptable.

Parked vehicle with hazard warning lights flashing
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What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

285. What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and keep clear until it has cooled.
Open the coolant cap to release the pressure.
Continue driving slowly until the steam stops.
Pour cold water over the engine immediately.

Steam can indicate an overheated and pressurised cooling system. Do not remove the coolant cap while the system is hot.

Steam rising from underneath a vehicle's bonnet
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

286. What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

Apply lubricant to the wiper blades.
Ignore it unless the wipers stop moving.
Replace the washer pump instead of the blades.
✓ Clean the windscreen and blades, and replace worn blades.

Worn or dirty wiper blades can seriously reduce visibility in rain. Clean them first and replace them if they remain ineffective or damaged.

Wiper streaks on a vehicle's windscreen
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Why is it dangerous to drive through standing water at speed?

287. Why is it dangerous to drive through standing water at speed?

The steering becomes more responsive.
The brakes become more effective when wet.
✓ The tyres may lose contact with the road.
The water can increase tyre pressure.

Driving too fast through water can cause aquaplaning, where the tyres lose grip and the driver may lose control.

Vehicle travelling through standing water
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

288. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
Cruise control.
✓ Speed limiter.
Driving mode selection.

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 should you do before changing lanes?

289. What should you do before changing lanes?

Check the blind spot only after starting to move.
✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot.
Speed up and move over before nearby traffic catches up.
Rely on your mirrors without checking the blind spot.

Always check your mirrors, look over your shoulder if necessary, and make sure it is safe before changing lanes.

Driver checking surrounding traffic before changing lanes
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Why should you slow down before a sharp bend?

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

To make the steering feel lighter.
✓ To keep control of the vehicle.
To prevent other vehicles from overtaking.
To reduce fuel consumption.

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 another road user makes a mistake?

291. What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

✓ Stay calm and avoid creating more danger.
Keep your course and expect them to correct their mistake.
Drive closer so they notice your presence.
Immediately overtake them to get past the situation.

Road users can make mistakes. Staying calm and reacting safely helps prevent crashes.

Driver responding to another road user's mistake
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What should you do if the bonnet suddenly opens while you are driving?

292. What should you do if the bonnet suddenly opens while you are driving?

Accelerate briefly to try to close the bonnet.
Continue driving by looking through the side window.
Turn sharply toward the side of the road.
✓ Look through any available gap, slow down smoothly, and stop safely.

The bonnet may completely obstruct your view. Avoid sudden movements, use the road markings or available gap to maintain direction, and stop safely.

Raised bonnet obstructing the driver's forward view
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Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

293. Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

✓ Motorcycles can slow down quickly and are more vulnerable.
Motorcyclists cannot see vehicles directly behind them.
Following closely makes it easier to overtake safely.
Motorcycles always travel more slowly than cars.

Motorcyclists are more exposed than car drivers. Extra following distance gives you more time to react safely.

Following distance behind a motorcycle
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What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

294. What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

Follow closely before moving out to overtake.
✓ Allow extra time and distance for the manoeuvre.
Assume the trailer will follow the same path as the vehicle.
Begin overtaking as soon as the road looks clear.

A towing vehicle accelerates more slowly, and the trailer makes the whole vehicle combination longer. Remember to allow a much larger safe gap before overtaking and enough space to return safely to your lane.

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

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

✓ It makes you easier for approaching drivers and recovery workers to see.
It protects you from injury if a vehicle hits you.
It gives you priority when walking beside the road.
It allows you to remain close to moving traffic.

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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Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

296. Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

✓ They may be working close to moving traffic.
Road workers always have priority over passing traffic.
To keep construction dust away from your vehicle.
To avoid damaging temporary road markings.

Workers may be only a short distance from passing vehicles. Reduce speed and leave as much safe space as possible.

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Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

297. Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

It prevents the suspension from working.
It makes the motorcycle turn more sharply.
It increases tyre pressure immediately.
✓ It can reduce stability and available tyre grip.

When a motorcycle is leaning, the tyres are already using grip to turn. Hard braking can demand additional grip and may reduce stability. Whenever possible, adjust speed before the bend and use smooth, controlled inputs while cornering.

Motorcycle leaning while travelling through a bend
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What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

298. What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

Your steering may become lighter.
The vehicle may automatically slow down.
Higher speed limits.
✓ A sudden gust may affect your vehicle.

Buildings, trees, and other obstacles can block wind. When you leave shelter, a sudden gust may push your vehicle.

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What should you do before releasing the parking brake on a slope?

299. What should you do before releasing the parking brake on a slope?

Select neutral and release all pedals.
Press the accelerator fully.
✓ Make sure the vehicle is securely controlled before releasing it.
Turn the steering wheel fully.

Before releasing the parking brake on a slope, make sure the vehicle cannot roll unexpectedly. Use the service brake or, when moving off in a manual vehicle, establish the clutch biting point and sufficient power before releasing the parking brake.

Preparing to release the parking brake on a slope
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Can drivers use a handheld phone while driving in Iceland?

300. Can drivers use a handheld phone while driving in Iceland?

✓ No.
Yes.

Drivers in Iceland are generally not allowed to use a handheld phone while driving.

Driver using a handheld phone
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