General Driving Rules, Signals & Speed Limits

You should also use dipped headlights at night in built-up areas and in dull daytime weather. Keep your headlights dipped when overtaking until you are level with the other vehicle. - [Rule 115](rule_115)

If your vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes, in the case of an emergency, apply the footbrake firmly; do not release the pressure until the vehicle has slowed to the desired speed. - [Rule 120](rule_120)

Do not assume that a vehicle with ABS will stop in a shorter distance. - [Rule 120](rule_120)

You MUST then pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Then switch off your engine. - [Rule 106](rule_106)

Green studs mark lay-bys and slip roads. - [Rule 132](rule_132)

In stationary queues of traffic, drivers should apply the parking brake and take their foot off the footbrake to deactivate the vehicle brake lights to minimise glare. - [Rule 114](rule_114)

According to the speed limit table, buses, coaches and minibuses (<12 metres) have a maximum speed limit of 60 mph on dual carriageways. - [Rule 124](rule_124)

For cars and motorcycles (including car derived vans), the maximum speed limit on single carriageways is 60 mph. - [Rule 124](rule_124)

You MUST NOT drive on or over a pavement or footpath except to gain lawful access to property. - [Rule 145](rule_145)

You MUST obey signals given by police officers, traffic officers, traffic wardens and signs used by school crossing patrols. - [Rule 105](rule_105)