On this motorway, when is it permitted to drive on the hard shoulder?
Highways and motorways
Explanation
Use of the hard shoulder on motorways
- On motorways and dual carriageways, driving on the **hard shoulder** is only permitted when, due to an **emergency or breakdown**, the vehicle must travel at a **significantly reduced speed** for this type of road.
- This exception applies to vehicles with a **MMA less than 3,500 kg**.
- In such a situation, you must **exit the motorway at the next exit** to avoid obstructing traffic.
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