Other types of vehicle
On a fast dual carriageway you see a works vehicle ahead with a flashing amber beacon. What should you do?
- It is slow-moving, so ease off early because you are closing on it quicklyCorrect
- Treat it as an emergency vehicle and stop
- Keep your speed, as amber beacons can be ignored
- Flash your lights to make it move over
Why?
Rule 225 of The Highway Code says a flashing amber beacon warns of a slow-moving or stationary vehicle. On a fast road the speed difference is large, so slow down early and be ready to move over safely as you approach.
Highway Code rule 225