The determining factor for the maximum speed of trucks is
Explanation: Truck speeds are limited when the maximum permissible mass (MPM) of the vehicle or train of vehicles exceeds 7,500 kg. Tip: Always remember that the MMA is the reference, not the actual load at the time! 🚛
From what maximum authorized mass is the speed of trucks limited?
Explanation: Truck speeds are limited as soon as the GVW exceeds 3.5 tonnes. Tip: As soon as you see a truck over 3.5 tonnes, the speed limit is automatically affected! 🎯
Wallonia. From the signal, my speed is limited to
Explanation: This sign indicates the start of a built-up area. The speed limit is 50 km/h, regardless of the type of road or the number of lanes. Tip: In Wallonia, remember the 50 km/h in built-up areas! 🚦
This signal limits my speed to 50 km/h
Explanation: The orange signal does not indicate a built-up area, but the limit of a locality. Your speed is therefore not limited to 50 km/h. Tip: Observe the color: yellow/orange = locality, white = built-up area. 🟧⚪
After the signals, the speed of trucks with a GVW of 5 tonnes is limited to
Explanation: Trucks with a GVW of up to 7500 kg can drive as fast as cars (but max 90 km/h). The prohibition sign allows you to drive at 70 km/h. Tip: Even in built-up areas, check the specific truck signs. 🛑
After the signals, the speed of trucks with a GVW of 10 tonnes is limited to
Explanation: Despite the 70 km/h signal, trucks with a GVW exceeding 7500 kg cannot exceed 60 km/h, except on motorways or dual carriageways. Tip: If the GVW > 7500 kg, use 60 km/h by default, except in exceptional circumstances! 📉
Wallonia. On board my 6-ton MMA truck, my speed after the signal is limited to
Explanation: Trucks with a GVW not exceeding 7500 kg can drive like cars, at 90 km/h (Flanders and Brussels: 70 km/h). Tip: In Wallonia, never exceed 90 km/h with trucks under 7500 kg! 🌍
On board my 9-ton MMA truck, my speed after the signal is limited to
Explanation: Trucks with a GVW exceeding 7500 kg cannot drive faster than 60 km/h, unless the public road has at least 2×2 lanes or on a motorway. Tip: If the truck is heavy (>7500 kg), think 60 km/h, except on major roads/motorways! 🚧
Flanders. On this type of public road, outside built-up areas, what is the maximum speed for trucks?
Explanation: Outside built-up areas, trucks >7500 kg are limited to 60 km/h except on wide roads. Lighter trucks can go up to 90 km/h. Tip: Flanders follows strict rules for heavy trucks. Respect them! 🌍
Wallonia. On this type of public road, outside built-up areas, what is the maximum speed for trucks?
Explanation: Outside built-up areas, in Wallonia, heavy trucks (>7500 kg) are limited to 60 km/h except on wide roads, others to 90 km/h. Tip: Wallonia = flexibility for light trucks! 🎯
What is the maximum speed for trucks on this road?
Explanation: 🚛 Trucks can never travel faster than 90 km/h, regardless of their GVW. Tip: Remember that the general 90 km/h limit always applies to trucks, except in specific speed zones.
On the motorway, the speed of trucks is limited to
Explanation: 🚚 Trucks are always limited to 90 km/h on motorways, regardless of their GVW, for safety reasons. Tip: 🚦 Always think “90” when it comes to a truck on the motorway!
Highway. The truck in front of me is going 90 km/h. I can pass it.
Explanation: Trucks cannot exceed 90 km/h. If the truck in front of you is traveling at this speed, passing it would be illegal. Tip: 🚫 Passing a truck traveling at 90 km/h is never allowed.
On the motorway I must, under normal circumstances, travel at a minimum speed of
Explanation: The minimum speed on motorways is 70 km/h, except in exceptional conditions such as weather or a mechanical problem. Tip: 🛣️ Remember “70” as the minimum speed to avoid disrupting traffic.
On a road for cars I must, under normal circumstances, travel at a minimum speed of 70 km/h.
Explanation: 🛑 There is no minimum speed on a car road, unlike a motorway. Tip: Car roads are more flexible than motorways.
I have to go over this speed bump at a maximum speed of
Explanation: 🚧 The maximum speed limit for speed bumps is 30 km/h to avoid damage to the vehicle and to comply with local regulations. Tip: Remember the number “30” for speed bumps.
In a residential or meeting area, the speed is limited to
Explanation: Residential areas impose a maximum speed of 20 km/h for the safety of pedestrians and residents. Tip: 🏡 “20” for quiet residential areas.
A speed limit sign is in effect
Explanation: 🚦 The speed limit applies until the next intersection, unless there is an end-of-limit sign. Tip: Think of the “intersection” as a point where speed limits break.
The speed limit of 30 km/h is valid
Explanation: When the restriction is included in a “zone”, it remains in effect until the end of zone sign. Tip: 🔄 Always follow the end of zone signs.
This speed limit concerns
Explanation: The additional sign specifies that the restriction only applies to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 5 tonnes. Tip: 📐 Pay close attention to the additional signs to find out who is affected.
This road sign means
Explanation: This sign marks the end of a speed ban. Tip: This type of sign is always preceded by a similar prohibitory sign. ✅
My truck, with a gross vehicle weight of 8 tonnes and a gross vehicle mass of 3 tonnes, is empty. What is my maximum speed after the signal?
Explanation: Trucks with a gross vehicle weight of over 7,500 kg are limited to 60 km/h, even if the sign allows 70 km/h, except on dual carriageway roads. Tip: The speed limit depends on the gross vehicle weight, not the actual weight of the truck. 📄
Driving at an abnormally low speed is an offense
Explanation: Driving too slowly inconveniences other road users and can cause accidents. Tip: Respect the minimum speed limits and adapt your speed to the traffic. 🚗💨
The prohibition sign is valid
Explanation: If a prohibition sign is placed above the town entrance sign, it applies throughout the area. Tip: Once in the town, the restriction applies everywhere, unless otherwise indicated. 🏢🚦
The prohibition sign is valid
Explanation: If there is no end signal, a standard speed limit applies until the next intersection. Tip: Monitor the road type to anticipate speed limit changes. 🌳
If I have an accident with a pedestrian while traveling at 50 km/h, the risk of death for this pedestrian is
Explanation: At 50 km/h, the risk of death for a pedestrian is 50%, but this risk drops to 10% at 30 km/h. Tip: In pedestrian zones, reduce your speed to avoid tragedies. 🚶♂️❗
The impact during an accident at 50 km/h corresponds to a fall of the
Explanation: A collision at 50 km/h is equivalent to a fall from the 3rd floor, demonstrating the violence of such an impact. Tip: Always respect the speed limits, especially in cities or busy areas. 🛑
