Speed and safe distance
Adapt your speed to the road and leave space to react.
Objective
Distinguish the maximum limit from a safe speed and leave room to react.
Practical examples
- In rain, poor visibility or dense traffic, it may be necessary to drive below the limit.
- A safe gap changes with speed, grip and traffic conditions.
Key points
- Speed should match traffic, visibility, weather and road conditions.
- A safe distance is not the same fixed number in every situation.
- Rain and reduced visibility call for caution and more room to react.