Explanation: The absence of reflectors (red reflective strip) indicates that it is a van and not a truck. 🚛 Tip: 🔎 Always look at the vehicle’s equipment, such as plates or reflectors, to quickly identify the category.
This vehicle is
Explanation: The reflectors on the rear indicate that it is a truck, but the absence of a speed plate indicates that the GVW is less than or equal to 7500 kg. 🚚 Tip: 🛑 Check for a speed plate. If it is missing, this indicates a maximum GVW of 7500 kg.
Can I drive this vehicle with a GVW of 4000 kg with a B license?
Explanation: The GVW exceeds 3500 kg, so a B license is not sufficient. You need at least a C1 license for this type of vehicle. 📜 Tip: ✅ Remember that for any vehicle with a GVW greater than 3500 kg, the B license is no longer valid.
To drive a train consisting of a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of 8000 kg towing a 700 kg trailer, I must have a license
Explanation: The E license is not required because the trailer’s GVW is less than 750 kg. 🚜 Tip: 🎯 If the trailer has a GVW of 750 kg or less, the E license is not required.
To drive a train consisting of a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of 6000 kg towing a trailer of 2000 kg, I must have a license
Explanation: A towing vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of 7500 kg requires a C1 license, and the maximum trailer exceeding 750 kg also requires extension E. 🚛 Tip: 📐 Learn to differentiate the gross vehicle weight thresholds to avoid mistakes!
Wearing a seat belt is mandatory
Explanation: The law requires seat belts to be worn in all equipped areas. 🚦 Tip: 🎯 Before setting off, check that everyone is buckled up!
A child may ride in the front seat of a motor vehicle when the vehicle is not equipped with a suitable restraint system
Explanation: A child measuring more than 1.35 meters can sit in the front, even without a restraint system. 🚸 Tip: 🧒 Remember the 1.35 meter rule for child safety.
Pregnant women are exempt from wearing seat belts
Explanation: In the past, there was a dispensation, but this is no longer the case today. They must fasten the belt correctly under the abdomen. 👶 Tip: 💡 Wear the belt in all circumstances, even when pregnant.
The height of my load cannot exceed
Explanation: The maximum height allowed for a load is 4 meters in Belgium. 📏 Tip: 🛠️ Use a tape measure to measure if you are close to the limit.
The width of my load cannot exceed
Explanation: In Belgium, the maximum width for a load is 2.55 meters on public roads. 🚛 Tip: 📐 Always check the signs to avoid changes related to dimensions.
I want to transport a pipe that is 2 meters longer than the length of my vehicle.
Explanation: 🚚 Loads can extend beyond the rear of a vehicle, but only up to 3 meters. The front of the vehicle can never be extended. Tip: 🛑 Always remember to check the regulations on transporting loads to avoid fines!
I must report a load extending beyond the rear end of my vehicle by more than one meter using
Explanation: 🟥 Loads that exceed one meter must be marked with a red and white lined square sign to ensure their visibility. Tip: ✅ Always keep such a sign handy if you frequently transport bulky loads.
This sign must be used when the load extends beyond the rear of the vehicle
Explanation: 📏 From 1 meter of overtaking, a traffic sign is mandatory at the rear to guarantee the safety of other users. Tip: 🧐 Rear overtaking is limited to 3 meters, remember to measure it before taking the road!
An ABS must be fitted to a truck or trailer with a GVW of more than
Explanation: 🚛 Trucks or trailers with a GVW greater than 3500 kg must be equipped with an ABS system to prevent wheel locks. Tip: 🛠️ ABS improves safety during emergency braking, especially for heavy goods vehicles.
The license plate you receive from the DIV must be fixed
Explanation: 📋 In Belgium, the official license plate must be affixed to the rear of the vehicle. A copy can be affixed to the front if necessary. Tip: 🛑 Never forget your license plate at the rear to avoid a fine!
The certificate of conformity is a document by which the manufacturer certifies that my vehicle is compliant.
Explanation: 📄 This certificate guarantees that the vehicle complies with current standards and can be safely registered. Tip: ✅ Always keep this document with the vehicle documents.
To take the C1 + E license exam, I must hold the license
Explanation: 🛻 The C1 license is a prerequisite for the C1 + E license exam, which includes trailer transport. Tip: 🎯 Remember to check the conditions before registering for the exam.
To drive, I have to
Explanation: 📜 The law requires you to have your license with you in case of a check. A photocopy is not valid. Tip: ✍️ Always keep your license in your wallet so you have it handy.
As a holder of a provisional driving licence, I can drive on the motorway
Explanation: 🛣️ The provisional license authorizes driving on the highway between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Tip: 🕒 Respect the times to avoid a penalty!
As a holder of a provisional driving licence, I can drive during the day on weekends.
Explanation: 🚗 Driving is permitted on weekends until 10 p.m. for holders of a provisional license. Tip: 📆 Plan your journeys according to the authorized times!
When I move around
Explanation: 📜 The law requires that the original registration certificate be present in the vehicle when driving. A photocopy is not valid in the event of an inspection. Tip: ✅ Keep the registration certificate in a safe place in the vehicle, such as the glove compartment, so you always have it available if needed!
