In an emergency, when driving at an abnormally low speed, which vehicles must drive on the hard shoulder?
Traffic rules
Explanation
In case of emergency, if a vehicle is traveling at an **abnormally reduced speed** and its **Maximum Authorized Mass (MMA) does not exceed 3,500 kilograms**, it must travel on the **right shoulder**. This is to avoid obstructing traffic on the main road.
- **Light vehicles**: Vehicles weighing less than 3,500 kilos, such as cars and small vans, must use the shoulder if they cannot maintain the minimum required speed on the road.
- **Safety**: This measure helps maintain traffic flow and reduces the risk of accidents by moving slower vehicles off the main path.
- **Exceptions**: If there is no shoulder available, the vehicle must position itself as far to the right as possible on the road. On highways or expressways, it is recommended to exit at the first available exit.
This rule does not apply exclusively to cars or trucks, but to any vehicle that meets the mentioned weight criterion.
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