UK Car Theory: Motorway Rules Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is indicate and move into the middle lane if it is safe to do so.

You should leave room for the vehicles joining the motorway by changing into the middle lane if possible.

Not quite. The answer is Red

The reflective studs which mark the edge of the left-hand lane are red.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Reflective studs are used to divide the lanes on the motorway and indicate where the hard shoulder and central reservation begin. In poor light conditions, they can help you position your vehicle on the motorway.

Not quite. The answer is use the right-hand lane.

You are not allowed to use the right-hand lane when you are towing a trailer because you would obstruct the flow of traffic. This is because the national speed limit when you are towing a trailer on a motorway is 60 mph.

Not quite. The answer is 70 mph

The national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on motorways is 70 mph. The speed limit for heavy goods vehicles and vehicles towing trailers is 60 mph. Note that these are absolute maximum speeds; you should always drive at a safe speed for conditions at the time.

Not quite. The answer is Every lane is closed; do not proceed any further.

This sign states that the motorway is closed. You may not proceed past this sign. [Rule 258, The Highway Code] &

Source: Motorway Signals, Light Signals Controlling Traffic, The Highway Code

Not quite. The answer is Variable speed limits in busier areas

To ensure that traffic won't come to a standstill, variable speed limits can be used during busy times. Stay alert and look for flashing signs which will inform you of the change to the speed limit.

Not quite. The answer is for driving as usual.

You should use the left-hand lane unless you are planning to overtake. Driving at a normal speed in the middle or right-hand lanes can obstruct drivers attempting to overtake.

Not quite. The answer is Overtaking other vehicles

The right-hand lane is for overtaking vehicles in the other lanes.

Not quite. The answer is The motorway is closed. All traffic must stop.

This sign tells drivers that one or more lanes on the motorway are closed, effective immediately. If this sign is suspended above a lane, that lane is closed. If this sign is placed next to the motorway or on the central reservation of the motorway, all lanes are closed.

Source: Rule 258, The Highway Code

Not quite. The answer is Normal driving

The left-hand lane is just for normal driving. It is the lane in which people join the motorway, and it should be used by all drivers unless they are overtaking.

Not quite. The answer is stopping in an emergency.

You should only use the hard shoulder in case of an emergency.

Not quite. The answer is Turn on your hazard lights.

By putting on your hazard lights, you will be signalling to everybody else that there is a problem that justifies your sudden braking. This will warn other motorists to prepare to slow down as well.

Not quite. The answer is To accelerate to a speed similar to that of the traffic currently on the motorway

Slip roads are typically long enough for you to accelerate to a speed comparable to that of traffic already on the motorway. This will prevent disruption when you join the motorway.

Not quite. The answer is On a steep gradient

A crawler lane on a motorway can be found on a steep gradient so that large, slow-moving vehicles will not obstruct traffic.

Not quite. The answer is every lane.

Motorway signals can apply either to one lane or to the whole motorway. A signal above one lane warns of a hazard or restriction on that lane. A signal on the central reservation or at the side of the motorway warns of a hazard or restriction on all lanes.

Source: Rule 256, The Highway Code

Not quite. The answer is always have your headlights on.

Even though the motorway is well lit, you should always have your headlights on when it is dark.

Not quite. The answer is The hard shoulder

If anything should fall from your vehicle or from another, stop on the hard shoulder and use the emergency telephone to inform the authorities. Never try to retrieve it yourself.

Not quite. The answer is any vehicle allowed on the motorway.

Any vehicle allowed on the motorway can use the left-hand lane. Some vehicles are restricted from using the right-hand lane.

Not quite. The answer is move into another lane if it is safe to do so.

Although the traffic already on the motorway has priority, do not prevent other drivers from merging; change lanes if possible and let them join the motorway safely.