Smart Motorways & Breakdowns

Joining, lane discipline, speed, the hard shoulder, smart motorways and what to do in a breakdown.

What this lesson covers

Explain what 'all-lane running' means on a smart motorway
State what a red X displayed above a lane requires you to do
Describe the purpose of an emergency refuge area
List the correct steps to take if your vehicle breaks down on a motorway

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