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A car with maximum authorised mass not exceeding 3,500 kg travels abnormally slowly because of an emergency, seriously obstructing traffic. Where must it travel?

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On the passable, sufficient right-hand shoulder; otherwise, the indispensable part of the carriageway.

Use the right-hand shoulder if passable and sufficient; otherwise, use the indispensable part of the carriageway. Article 36.1 requires these conditions: merely travelling somewhat slowly is insufficient. On a motorway or dual carriageway, leave at the first exit when the emergency requires abnormally slow travel, under Article 38.2. Do not attempt to continue if the breakdown prevents safe movement.

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  • On the left-hand shoulder as the general rule.

  • On the passable, sufficient right-hand shoulder; otherwise, the indispensable part of the carriageway.

  • Always in the right-hand lane, even with a suitable right-hand shoulder.

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