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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 Sweden.

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True/false 17 Sweden 31 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 638
What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

101. What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

Steer quickly from side to side.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed smoothly.
Move into another lane to create more space.
Accelerate to pull the trailer straight.

Sudden steering or braking can worsen trailer sway. Stay calm, hold a steady course, and reduce speed smoothly.

Trailer swaying behind a towing vehicle
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How can you check which fuel is suitable for your vehicle?

102. How can you check which fuel is suitable for your vehicle?

✓ Check the fuel-filler label, fuel cap, or vehicle information.
Choose whichever fuel is cheapest at the station.
Choose the fuel that has the same colour nozzle as last time.
Use petrol unless the engine sounds like a diesel.

Before refuelling, check which fuel type the vehicle requires. The correct fuel is often shown inside the fuel-filler flap, on or near the fuel cap, or in the vehicle information or owner's manual. Do not rely only on nozzle colours, as these can vary between filling stations and countries.

Checking the fuel label before refuelling
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

103. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Boot or tailgate release.
Central door locking.
Bonnet release.
Window lock.

This symbol indicates the boot or tailgate release. Operating the control unlocks or opens the luggage compartment, depending on the vehicle.

Boot or tailgate release control
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What makes up the total stopping distance of a vehicle?

104. What makes up the total stopping distance of a vehicle?

Tyre distance and braking distance.
✓ Reaction distance and braking distance.
Braking distance and overtaking distance.
Visibility distance and reaction distance.

The total stopping distance consists of the distance travelled while the driver reacts to a hazard plus the distance travelled while the vehicle is braking to a stop.

Reaction and braking distances before a vehicle stops
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What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

105. What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

✓ Do not ignore it. Identify the fluid and arrange an inspection if necessary.
Ignore it if no warning light is showing.
Wait until the vehicle develops another problem.
Assume a small leak is harmless condensation.

Clear water from air conditioning can be normal, but oil, coolant, fuel, transmission fluid, or brake fluid may indicate a fault requiring urgent attention.

Fluid leaking underneath a parked vehicle
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

106. 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.

Vehicle following an animal transporter
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

107. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

✓ Motorcycle.
Moped.
Bus.
Car.

Driving licence A is mainly associated with motorcycles. Category A1 covers lighter motorcycles, A2 covers medium-powered motorcycles, and A covers more powerful motorcycles.

Driving licence card for category A
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How should you brake on a slippery road?

108. How should you brake on a slippery road?

Brake harder than usual to shorten the stopping distance.
Steer sharply while braking to avoid slippery areas.
✓ Brake gently and progressively.
Apply the brakes suddenly before the tyres lose grip.

Sudden braking can cause the wheels to lose grip. Smooth, progressive braking reduces the risk of skidding.

Braking on a slippery road surface
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What should you do before turning across a cycle lane?

109. What should you do before turning across a cycle lane?

Ignore the cycle lane if you are signalling.
Turn quickly before cyclists reach the junction.
✓ Check mirrors and blind spots carefully for cyclists.
Sound your horn and turn immediately.

Cyclists may be beside or behind you when you turn. Check mirrors and blind spots, signal clearly, and turn only when it is safe.

Vehicle preparing to turn across a cycle lane
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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

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

✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.
To make the windscreen wipers work better.
To prevent the tyres from losing air pressure.
To reduce fuel consumption.

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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How should you check the engine oil level?

111. How should you check the engine oil level?

✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions with the vehicle on level ground.
Use the coolant reservoir to measure the oil level.
Check it while the engine is running at high speed.
Fill the engine until oil reaches the filler opening.

Use the dipstick or electronic oil-level system as described in the owner's manual. The engine is usually switched off, and the vehicle should be standing on level ground.

Checking the engine oil level
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What should you do if traffic suddenly slows on a motorway?

112. What should you do if traffic suddenly slows on a motorway?

Change lanes immediately to avoid slowing down.
Move onto the shoulder and continue driving.
✓ Slow down smoothly and warn traffic behind if needed.
Brake suddenly as soon as you notice slower traffic.

When traffic slows suddenly, reduce speed smoothly, keep a safe distance, and use hazard lights if needed to warn following traffic.

Motorway traffic slowing ahead
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Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

113. Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

Yes, if you know exactly how much you have drunk.
✓ No, impairment can begin before the legal limit is reached.
Yes, if you feel completely sober.
Yes, because impairment begins only above the limit.

A legal limit is an enforcement threshold, not a recommended drinking level. Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving performance.

Alcohol consumption and the limits of safe driving
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

114. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking assistance.
Automatic emergency braking.
Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Lane-departure warning.

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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Are snow chains generally required in Sweden?

115. Are snow chains generally required in Sweden?

Yes, throughout the year.
Yes, throughout winter.
✓ No.

Snow chains are not generally required in Sweden, although they may be useful or required in specific conditions or locations.

Snow chains for vehicle tyres
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

116. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Front fog lights.
Rear fog lights.
Sidelights.
✓ Main beam.

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 the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

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

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

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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Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence BE?

118. Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence BE?

A category C vehicle with a heavy trailer.
✓ A category B vehicle with a trailer up to 3,500 kg.
A goods vehicle up to 7,500 kg.
A category B vehicle with any trailer.

Category BE covers combinations consisting of a category B towing vehicle and a trailer or semi-trailer with a maximum authorised mass of no more than 3,500 kg. Lighter combinations may already be covered by category B.

Car and trailer covered by category BE
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What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

119. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Continue slowly if the vehicle still responds normally.
Wait until the next service to have it checked.
Stop only if another warning light appears.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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What should you do if you see smoke or fire inside a tunnel?

120. What should you do if you see smoke or fire inside a tunnel?

Stay inside the vehicle and wait for the smoke to clear.
Reverse toward the entrance without checking behind.
✓ Follow tunnel instructions and leave the tunnel if it is safe to do so.
Keep driving normally unless the tunnel is completely blocked.

If it is safe to drive out of the tunnel, do so. If you cannot continue safely, stop, switch off the engine, leave the vehicle, and use the marked emergency exits or refuge routes. Follow tunnel-control instructions.

Smoke inside a road tunnel
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Which side do people drive on in Sweden?

121. Which side do people drive on in Sweden?

Left-hand side.
✓ Right-hand side.

Traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road in Sweden.

Road traffic and the designated driving side
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What is the minimum licence for a 35 kW motorcycle at 0.2 kW/kg, derived from 70 kW?

122. What is the minimum licence for a 35 kW motorcycle at 0.2 kW/kg, derived from 70 kW?

✓ Licence A2.
Licence A.
Licence B.
Licence A1.

Category A2 covers motorcycles with power not exceeding 35 kW and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.2 kW/kg. The motorcycle must not be derived from a vehicle with more than double its power, so a 35 kW motorcycle may be derived from a vehicle of up to 70 kW.

35 kW motorcycle for category A2
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Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

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

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

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 does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

124. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Electric window control.
Central door locking.
Seat adjustment.
✓ Exterior mirror adjustment.

This control adjusts the vehicle's exterior mirrors. The driver normally selects the left or right mirror and then moves the control to change its angle.

Control for adjusting the exterior mirrors
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You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

125. You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

✓ False.
True.

You should always check for cyclists, motorcyclists, and other road users before opening a door.

Cyclist near the door of a parked car
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Which pedal is used to slow down or stop the vehicle?

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

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

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 if another vehicle is tailgating you?

127. What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

Tap the brakes to make them increase their distance.
✓ Stay calm and increase your safety margin ahead.
Reduce the gap ahead so they cannot move into it.
Move toward the centre to discourage them from passing.

If someone follows too closely, avoid sudden actions. Keeping more space in front gives you more time to brake gently if needed. If it is safe, allow the tailgating vehicle to pass.

Following vehicle visible close behind
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

128. What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Drive faster to reach a safe place sooner.
Rely on the mirrors instead of the windscreen.
Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.

Severe damage can obstruct your view and weaken the glass. Do not continue if you cannot see the road clearly.

Damaged windscreen affecting the driver's view
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What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

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

Drive closely beside the bus to prevent it moving out.
✓ Slow down and be prepared to let it move out when safe.
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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What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

130. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

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

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.

Vehicle preparing to reverse from a driveway
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

131. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

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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When should you fasten your seat belt?

132. When should you fasten your seat belt?

Only when driving at high speed.
Only on long journeys.
Only when traffic is heavy.
✓ Before the vehicle starts moving.

Fasten your seat belt before the vehicle starts moving and keep it fastened throughout the journey. Make sure your passengers are also safely seated and properly restrained.

Fastening a seat belt before setting off
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What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

133. What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

The animal will usually return the same way.
✓ More animals may follow.
The road is likely to remain clear.
Wild animals normally cross roads one at a time.

Many animals travel in groups. Slow down and continue watching both sides of the road.

Wild animals crossing a road
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What is the main emergency number in Sweden?

134. What is the main emergency number in Sweden?

✓ 112.
111.
123.
911.

The main emergency number in Sweden is 112.

112 emergency telephone number
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What should you do if the oil-pressure warning light stays on?

135. What should you do if the oil-pressure warning light stays on?

Continue slowly until you reach a service station.
Add engine oil while the engine is still running.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Ignore it if the engine sounds normal.

Low oil pressure can quickly cause severe engine damage. Stop as soon as it is safe, switch off the engine, and investigate the cause before continuing.

Oil-pressure warning illuminated on the dashboard
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Why can swerving suddenly to avoid a small animal be dangerous?

136. Why can swerving suddenly to avoid a small animal be dangerous?

Swerving increases the vehicle's stopping distance.
Small animals have fast reaction times.
The tyres can be damaged by sudden steering.
✓ You may lose control or collide with another road user.

A sudden swerve can take you into another lane, off the road, or into nearby traffic.

Small animal in the road ahead of a vehicle
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Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

137. Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

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

Select P (Park) when parking an automatic vehicle. Park locks the transmission, but the parking brake should also be applied to secure the vehicle.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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Why should you look well ahead while driving?

138. Why should you look well ahead while driving?

To concentrate only on traffic in your lane.
✓ To identify developing hazards early and gain more time to react.
To avoid checking your mirrors as often.
To maintain the same speed in every situation.

Looking well ahead helps you identify developing hazards early, such as slowing traffic, pedestrians, junctions, or changing road conditions. Earlier detection gives you more time to assess the situation and respond smoothly and safely.

Driver observing the road and traffic ahead
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When should you consider delaying a journey because of severe weather?

139. When should you consider delaying a journey because of severe weather?

✓ When conditions make driving unsafe.
Only when roads are closed.
Never, if the vehicle is in good condition.
Only when your vehicle has no winter tyres.

Severe weather can create dangerous conditions. Delaying a journey may be the safest choice when risks are too high.

Severe weather making a road journey hazardous
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

140. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Engine-management warning.
Engine-temperature warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Diesel glow-plug preheating.

This symbol indicates the diesel glow-plug preheating system. In a diesel vehicle, wait for the light to go out before starting the engine when required. If it remains illuminated or flashes while driving, it may indicate a fault.

Diesel glow-plug preheating symbol on the dashboard
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How should luggage or other cargo be carried in or on a vehicle?

141. How should luggage or other cargo be carried in or on a vehicle?

Loosely in the boot so it can move a little.
Loosely in the passenger area for short journeys.
Anywhere, as long as the vehicle is not overloaded.
✓ Securely, within load limits, without blocking visibility or lights.

Unsecured or overloaded cargo can affect steering and braking, injure occupants during sudden stops, or fall into the road. It must not obstruct the driver's view or vehicle lights.

Luggage and cargo carried in a vehicle
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Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

142. Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

Goods vehicles up to 7,500 kg.
Cars carrying no more than eight passengers.
✓ Minibuses for up to 16 passengers and no longer than 8 m.
Buses designed for any number of passengers.

Category D1 covers vehicles designed to carry no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver and with a maximum length of 8 metres. A trailer up to 750 kg may be towed.

Minibus covered by category D1
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Which gear is used to drive a manual vehicle backwards?

143. Which gear is used to drive a manual vehicle backwards?

✓ R (Reverse).
2nd gear.
1st gear.
Neutral.

Select R (Reverse) when you need to drive a manual vehicle backwards. The vehicle should be stationary before Reverse is selected.

Manual gear lever and gear-selection pattern
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What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

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

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

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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How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

145. How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

Loosely strapped so it can move with the motorcycle.
✓ Securely and evenly, without affecting balance or control.
Hanging from the handlebars if the luggage is light.
As high as possible so it stays away from the wheels.

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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Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Sweden?

146. Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Sweden?

Black border with yellow background.
Blue border with white background.
Red border with white background.
✓ Red border with yellow background.

Most warning signs in Sweden have a red border with a yellow background.

Colour combinations used for road warning signs
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Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

147. Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

On a slight slope if the parking brake is applied.
On soft ground if the jack appears stable.
✓ On firm, level ground well away from moving traffic.
Where the puncture occurred, as long as the hazard lights are on.

The vehicle must be stable and protected from traffic. Apply the parking brake and follow the manufacturer's wheel-changing instructions.

Wheel change on firm ground away from traffic
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What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

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

Keep using it if no damage is visible.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions about inspection or replacement.
Repair damaged parts yourself.
Use it normally after tightening the straps.

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 dashboard symbol indicate?

149. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Dipped headlights.
Rear fog lights.
✓ Front fog lights.
Sidelights.

This symbol indicates that the front fog lights are switched on. Front fog lights are designed to improve illumination close to the road in conditions of severely reduced visibility. Rules governing their use vary by country.

Front fog-light symbol on the dashboard
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Are bicycle lights required at night in Sweden?

150. Are bicycle lights required at night in Sweden?

✓ Yes.
No.

Cyclists in Sweden are generally required to use bicycle lights at night.

Bicycle lights used at night
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