Revision question · Vehicle weights and dimensions

When should you allow for the effects of a speed limiter?

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When you're cornering

When you're braking

When you're overtaking

When you're changing gear

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When you're overtakingThis was the right answer

Forward planning is important whenever you consider overtaking another road user. You should carefully assess the speed of the vehicle you intend to overtake. Remember that your vehicle's speed is limited and this could considerably increase the distance and time needed to complete the manoeuvre safely.

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Plan overtaking within the vehicle’s limited speedReviewed guidance summary · The decision affected by the limiter in both questions is overtaking, not braking or reversing.

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