How well do you know the Highway Code?

Have a go at our short quiz to test your knowledge- you may be surprised with the result!

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* 1. Which of the following statements is correct?

All aspects of the Highway Code are legally binding and a failure to observe a provision of the Code means that the person has committed a criminal offence.

The Highway Code has no bearing on criminal law and is only relevant for civil proceedings (e.g. insurance claims).

Many of the rules in the Code are legal requirements, and if you disobey them you are committing a criminal offence. Failure to comply with other rules of the Code will not, in itself, cause a person to be prosecuted but it can be used to prove liability.

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* 2. The “Hierarchy of Road Users” as introduced by the new changes to the Highway Code is as follows:

(1) Children, older adults and disabled people, (2) All other pedestrians, (3) Cyclists, (4) Horse riders, (5) Motorcycles, (6) Cars/Taxis, (7) Vans/Minibuses, (8) HGVs

(1) Pedestrians, (2) Cyclists, (3) Horse riders, (4) Motorcycles, (5) Cars/ Taxis, (6) Vans/Minibuses, (7) HGVs

(1) Pedestrians, (2) Horse riders, (3) Cyclists, (4) Motorcycles, (5) Cars/ Taxis, (6) HGVs

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* 3. What does the amber traffic light mean?

AMBER means ‘Stop’ at the stop line. You may go on only if the AMBER appears after you have crossed the stop line or are so close to it that to pull up might cause an accident.

AMBER means you may go on if the way is clear.

AMBER means ‘Stop’. Wait behind the stop line on the carriageway.

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* 4. Red flashing light signals and a red ‘X’ on a sign identify a closed lane in which people, stopped vehicles or other hazards are present. You

MUST follow the instructions on signs in advance of a closed lane to move safely to an open lane & MUST NOT drive in a closed lane.

SHOULD continue to use the closed lane until you reach the point of closure at which time you SHOULD move safely to an open lane.

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* 5. A pedestrian is at a junction crossing or waiting to cross the road. Who has right of way?

Vehicles turning into the junction.

Other traffic should give way to the pedestrian.

The pedestrian if they have started to cross but if not, other traffic.

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* 6. What does the Code say in relation to opening vehicle doors?

Where people driving or passengers in a vehicle are able to do so, they should open the door using their hand on the opposite side to the door they are opening. For example, using their left hand to open a door on their right-hand side.

No recommendation is provided; it is left to the discretion of the driver and/or the passengers.

Cyclists MUST take care when passing parked vehicles, leaving enough room (a door’s width or 1 metre) to avoid being hit if a car door is opened.

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* 7. In slow-moving and queuing traffic, what should you do approaching a crossing?

You MUST keep crossings completely clear as blocking these makes it difficult and dangerous for pedestrians to cross. You MUST also not block advanced stop lines for cycles.

You SHOULD keep crossings completely clear. You SHOULD not enter a pedestrian crossing if you are unable to completely clear the crossing. Nor SHOULD you block advanced stop lines for cycles.

You MUST keep pedestrian crossings clears but you SHOULD not block advanced stop lines for cycles.

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* 8. When should a motorist give way to cyclists in a cycle lane?

You should give way to any cyclists in a cycle lane, including when they are approaching from behind you – do not cut across them when you are turning or when you are changing lane. Be prepared to stop and wait for a safe gap in the flow of cyclists before crossing the cycle lane.

You should give way to any cyclists in a cycle lane but only those travelling in the opposite direction of travel - do not cut across them when you are turning or when you are changing lane. Be prepared to stop and wait for a safe gap in the flow of cyclists before crossing the cycle lane. Cyclists approaching from behind you must give way to you.

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* 9. Cyclists MUST use cycle lanes or cycle tracks where available. True or false?

True

False

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* 10. What does the Highway Code suggest in relation to correct use of an electric vehicle charge point?

The new changes to the Highway Code do not cover electric vehicle charging.

When using an electric vehicle charge point, you should park close to the charge point and avoid creating a trip hazard for pedestrians from trailing cables. Display a warning sign if you can. After using the charge point, you should return charging cables and connectors neatly to minimise the danger to pedestrians and avoid creating an obstacle for other road users.

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* 11. When might a cyclist be permitted to ride in the middle of a lane?

On any road or street, provided that they are wearing suitable highly visible clothing and adequate front and rear lighting is used on the bicycle.

Never.

On narrow sections of road, on quiet roads or streets, at road junctions and in slower-moving traffic.

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* 12. What does the Highway Code say about driving with pets in the car?

It is silent.

It is permissible for dogs to be unrestrained in a vehicle provided they have received suitable obedience training.

When in a vehicle make sure dogs or other animals are suitably restrained so they cannot distract you while you are driving or injure you, or themselves, if you stop quickly. A seat belt harness, pet carrier, dog cage or dog guard are ways of restraining animals in cars.

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* 13. Rule 107 of the Highway Code specifies that “Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency officers have the power to stop vehicles only on motorways and some ‘A’ class roads. They will attract your attention by flashing amber lights either from the front requesting you to follow them to a safe place to stop or from behind directing you to pull over to the side by pointing and/or using the left indicator. It is an offence not to comply with their directions. You MUST obey any signals give”. True or False?

True

False

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* 14. When MUST you use headlights and front or rear fog lights?

You MUST use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see for more than 100 metres (328 feet). You may also use front or rear fog lights but you MUST switch them off when visibility improves.

You MUST use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see for more than 100 metres (328 feet). You MUST also use front or rear fog lights but you MUST switch them off when visibility improves.

You MUST use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see for more than 50 metres (164 feet). You MUST also use front and rear fog lights but you should switch them off when visibility improves.

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* 15. How much distance should be given according to the latest changes to the Highway Code by motorists overtaking motorcyclists, cyclists, horse riders and horse drawn vehicles?

At least as much room as you would when overtaking a tractor. As a guide: leave at least 2 metres when overtaking cyclists at speeds of up to 20mph, and give them more space when overtaking at higher speeds; pass horse riders and horse-drawn vehicles at speeds under 20 mph and allow at least 2 metres space; and allow at least 2 metres space and keep to a low speed when passing a pedestrian who is walking in the road (e.g. where there is no pavement).

At least as much room as you would when overtaking a cyclist. As a guide: leave at least 0.5 metres when overtaking cyclists at speeds of up to 30mph, and give them more space when overtaking at higher speeds; pass horse riders and horse-drawn vehicles at speeds under 30 mph and allow at least 2 metres space; and allow at least 1.5 metres space and keep to a low speed when passing a pedestrian who is walking in the road (e.g. where there is no pavement).

At least as much room as you would when overtaking a car. As a guide: leave at least 1.5 metres when overtaking cyclists at speeds of up to 30mph, and give them more space when overtaking at higher speeds; pass horse riders and horse-drawn vehicles at speeds under 10 mph and allow at least 2 metres space; and allow at least 2 metres space and keep to a low speed when passing a pedestrian who is walking in the road (e.g. where there is no pavement).