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Traffic signs

Traffic rules

1 Motorway 2 Built-up area 3 Speed limit 4 Stop sign 5 Priority road 6 Railroad crossing 7 School-area 8 Slippery road 9 Roadworks 10 Radar speed sign 11 Traffic lights 12 Driving license 13 International border 14 No stopping 15 Traffic management 16 Road surface 17 License plate 18 Bus 19 Police 20 Ambulance 21 Fire truck 22 European emission standard 23 Public transport 24 Track 25 Motorcycle equipment 26 Spare tire 27 Mirror 28 Helmet 29 Rush hour 30 Tram stop 31 Train station 32 Interchange 33 Particulates 34 Air pollution 35 Pothole 36 Airbag 37 Lane splitting 38 Forestry vehicle 39 Construction vehicle 40 Semi-trailer truck 41 Trolleybus 42 Speedpedelec 43 Delivery vehicle 44 Idling 45 Tow truck 46 Four-wheel drive 47 Road users 48 Passenger 49 Bicycle 50 Tow hitch 51 Emergency vehicle 52 Agricultural machinery 53 Electric bicycle 54 Electric vehicle 55 Pedelec 56 Quadricycle 57 Microcar 58 All-terrain vehicle 59 Van 60 Recreational vehicle 61 Scooter 62 Trikke 63 Skateboard 64 Segway 65 Kick scooter 66 Hitchhiker 67 Baby 68 Child 69 Elderly 70 Disability 71 Livestock 72 Skier 73 Snowmobile 74 Motor vehicle 75 Motorail 76 Garbage truck 77 Snowplow 78 Street sweeper 79 Speedometer 80 Play street 81 Rumble strip 82 Speed cushion 83 Funeral procession 84 Dirt road 85 Ride height 86 Start-stop system 87 Throttle 88 Steering wheel 89 Power steering 90 Scanning 91 Fuel economy 92 Gasoline 93 Diesel 94 Diesel exhaust fluid 95 High-visibility clothing 96 Towing rope 97 First aid 98 Bollards 99 Residents card 100 Three-point turn ...

1. Motorway

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

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

2. Built-up area

A built-up area is a place where there are lots of buildings, people, and activity — basically, any area that looks and feels like a town or city.

Lower speed limits usually apply (e.g. 30–50 km/h or 20–30 mph).
You’ll see more pedestrians, cyclists, and parked cars.
Need to be extra careful at crossings, junctions, and near schools.

Begin of a built-up area. (Sânmihaiu Almașului, Romania) © Wikimedia.org/Țetcu Mircea Rareș, CC BY-SA

3. Speed limit

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

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

4. Stop sign

A stop sign is a traffic control sign that instructs drivers to come to a complete stop at an intersection or crosswalk, check for other vehicles or pedestrians, and proceed only when it is safe.

Shape - The stop sign is an octagon (eight-sided), making it easy to recognize.
Color - It is usually red with white lettering that says 'STOP'.
Placement - Stop signs are typically placed at intersections where traffic from different directions must yield or stop to avoid collisions.
Stop completely – Don’t just slow down; make a full stop.
Yield the right of way – Give priority to any vehicles or pedestrians with the right of way.
Look left, right, and left again – Ensure it’s safe to proceed.
Do not block the intersection – After stopping, ensure you don’t obstruct other vehicles from crossing.

5. Priority road

A priority road is a road on which drivers have right of way at intersections, meaning they are allowed to continue without yielding to traffic coming from side roads. This priority applies at each intersection along the road until it is explicitly ended by an end of priority road sign.

You may proceed without yielding to traffic from non-priority roads.
Still be cautious: other drivers may fail to yield.
Priority does not override all rules (e.g. traffic lights, police instructions).

6. Railroad crossing

A railroad crossing (also called a level crossing) is a place where a railway line and a road (or path) cross at the same level — meaning, there’s no bridge or tunnel, just a flat intersection.

Stop when lights flash or gates come down.
Never try to 'beat the train' — it's dangerous and often illegal.
Look both ways, even if you don’t hear or see a train.
Wait until gates are fully up and lights stop flashing before crossing.
Never stop on the tracks — always make sure there’s room on the other side before crossing.

7. School-area

A school area (or school zone) is a section of road near a school where special traffic rules apply to keep students safe. Children can be unpredictable and may cross suddenly. Following the rules helps protect lives and avoid fines.

Lower speed limits - Often 20–40 km/h (or 15–25 mph).
Flashing lights or signs - Indicate when the school zone is active.
Crosswalks - Marked pedestrian areas, sometimes with guards.
No parking/stopping zones - Keep areas clear for visibility and safety.
Speed bumps or raised crossings - Force drivers to slow down.

8. Slippery road

A slippery road is any road surface that reduces tire traction, making it easier for vehicles to slide, skid, or lose control. Slippery conditions are especially dangerous when accelerating, braking, or turning, and they require extra caution from drivers. A slippery road can catch you off guard and reduce your control—drive slower, smoother, and more alert to stay safe in tricky conditions.

Slow down – lower speed = better control.
Avoid sudden movements – brake, steer, and accelerate gently.
Increase following distance – gives you more time to react.
Use low gears in snow or slippery hills.
Don’t use cruise control on wet or icy roads.
Be extra cautious on bridges, overpasses, and shaded areas – they freeze first.

9. Roadworks

Roadworks are construction, maintenance, or repair activities carried out on or near a road. They can involve lane closures, detours, speed restrictions, and other changes to normal traffic flow. While sometimes inconvenient, roadworks are essential for keeping roads safe and functional. Slow down, stay alert, and respect those working to improve the roads.

Dangers and Challenges:
- Narrow lanes or shifted traffic patterns.
- Loose gravel, uneven surfaces, or temporary ramps.
- Construction vehicles entering/exiting the road.
- Sudden stops or reduced speed zones.
Driving Safely Through Roadworks:
- Slow down – follow posted speed limits (often lower in work zones).
- Follow signs and cones – they guide you through safely.
- Stay alert – watch for workers, equipment, and changing conditions.
- Keep a safe distance – from the car in front and from road workers.
- Avoid sudden lane changes or distractions.

10. Radar speed sign

A radar speed sign indicates that vehicle speed is being monitored by radar, typically by law enforcement or automated systems, to enforce speed limits. It warns drivers that their speed may be measured and recorded, and that speeding can result in penalties such as fines.

You must respect the speed limit strictly, your speed may be actively monitored.
Enforcement may be continuous or at specific points
Radar control can be fixed or mobile.

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