May the police vehicle on an emergency call drive against the flow of traffic on a motorway?
Right of way
Explanation
**Police vehicles on urgent duty** have certain exceptions to the usual traffic rules. When they are in an emergency situation, they can **drive in the opposite direction** on a motorway, as long as they **do not endanger other road users**. Additionally, they must do so **on the hard shoulder** to minimize risks.
- These vehicles must **signal their presence** using sirens and blue lights, which gives them **right of way** over other vehicles and pedestrians.
- Although they have the ability to ignore certain traffic signals, they must follow the instructions of traffic officers and ensure that their maneuver does not pose a danger.
In summary, police vehicles on urgent duty can drive in the opposite direction on a motorway, but they must do so with caution and on the hard shoulder to ensure the safety of all road users.
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