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Stop as far away as possible from the vehicle ahead.
Stop as far as possible from the vehicle ahead. For this traffic-related stop, also use hazard warning lights temporarily, keep position lights on and switch off the engine; occupants must not leave the vehicle. Article 97.3 does not make these obligations depend on a stop exceeding two minutes. It does not impose a fixed 150 m stopping gap here.
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Stop the vehicle at least 150 metres from the vehicle ahead.
Stop as far away as possible from the vehicle ahead.
Immobilise the vehicle, switch off the engine and the position lights.
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