If you are driving in a lane intended for the normal direction of traffic, adjacent to another lane enabled for driving in the opposite direction, must you have your vehicle’s lights switched on?
Lighting
Explanation
When driving in a **lane designated for the normal direction of traffic**, which is next to another lane enabled for driving in the opposite direction, it is mandatory to have the **low beam or dipped headlights** on, both during the day and at night. This is because these lanes may be part of a temporary configuration to improve traffic flow or due to roadworks.
- **Lanes in the opposite direction to the usual**: These lanes are used to facilitate traffic in specific situations, such as roadworks or congestion. Vehicles driving in the adjacent lane, in the normal direction, must take the same precautions, including the use of low beam lights.
- **General rules for the use of lights**: In addition to conditions of low natural light or when passing through tunnels, it is necessary to turn on the lights when driving in additional lanes or in the opposite direction to the usual, regardless of the time of day.
Therefore, whenever you find yourself in this situation, you must ensure that your low beam lights are on to guarantee safety and visibility on the road.
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