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Because of a breakdown, a car with a maximum authorised mass no greater than 3,500 kg can only travel at 50 km/h on an autopista and seriously obstructs traffic. It can continue safely and the right shoulder is usable and sufficient. What must the driver do?

Correct answer

Use the right shoulder and leave at the first exit under the stated conditions.

Use the right shoulder and leave the autopista at the first exit, under Articles 36.1 and 38.2. An emergency can justify travelling below 60 km/h; do not force a faulty vehicle to accelerate. Use hazard warning lights if there is a rear-end collision risk, under Article 49.3. Shoulder use here depends on maximum authorised mass and a usable, sufficient shoulder. If the fault makes continued travel unsafe, stop safely and seek assistance rather than trying to reach the exit at any cost.

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  • Use the right shoulder and leave at the first exit under the stated conditions.

  • Always stop on the shoulder, even if safe continuation to the exit is possible.

  • Remain in the right lane and stay on the autopista without taking the first exit.

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