Revision question · The road

You're driving at night. Why should you ensure that all your lights are clean and working correctly?

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To allow following drivers to use dipped headlights

To prevent the battery from overcharging

So that other road users can see the size of your vehicle

So that the intensity of street lighting can be reduced

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So that other road users can see the size of your vehicleThis was the right answer

As well as headlights and tail lights, large vehicles have additional lighting to help other road users see the size of the vehicle. All lights should be clean and working properly. Driving at night when your vehicle is poorly lit is dangerous for you and other road users.

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Keep the vehicle’s lights and outline visibleReviewed guidance summary · Working clean marker lights help other road users see the large vehicle’s outline, including as it emerges at a junction.

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