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Yes, only the minimum indispensable distance and with maximum care.
Yes, for the minimum distance indispensable and with maximum care under Articles 80 and 81. An empty road does not authorise unrestricted reversing anywhere. Reversing complementary to another manoeuvre requiring it is also allowed; when complementary to stopping, parking or joining traffic, it cannot exceed 15 metres or enter a junction. It is prohibited on motorways and dual carriageways for this car. Stop on detecting people, animals, vehicles or danger, abandoning the manoeuvre if needed.
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No, reversing is never permitted on any road.
Yes, freely on motorways too if nobody is approaching.
Yes, only the minimum indispensable distance and with maximum care.
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