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Acceleration lane
The sign indicates that an acceleration lane merges into another lane with mutual adjustment in accordance with the provisions of trafikkreglene (merging).
When you see the sign
Adjust your speed to the traffic in the lane you are joining and prepare to merge. Cooperate with the drivers in the other lane so that the vehicles can continue alternately without unnecessary obstruction.
Rules
- The acceleration lane joins another lane according to the rules for mutual adjustment.
- Drivers in both lanes must adjust their speed so that traffic can continue alternately, normally one vehicle from each lane.
- Neither driver has an unconditional right to proceed first; both are responsible for ensuring that the merge takes place safely.
- You must signal well in advance when moving the vehicle sideways into the other lane.
Tips
- Use your mirrors and check your blind spot before moving sideways.
- Find a suitable gap and adjust your speed gradually instead of waiting until the lane ends.
- Avoid driving alongside another vehicle when the lanes merge.
- Maintain a steady speed and sufficient distance so that others also have room to merge.
Common misconceptions
- Believing that traffic in the through lane always has priority.
- Believing that the sign means that a motorway or motor traffic road begins.
- Stopping unnecessarily at the end of the acceleration lane instead of adjusting your speed and finding a gap.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign mean?
- AThat a motortrafikkveg begins and that the motortrafikkveg rules continue to apply
- BThat a heavy-traffic lane begins and continues to apply
- CThat an acceleration lane merges into another lane through mutual adjustment
- DThat a motorveg begins and that the motorveg rules continue to apply
Medium
You are driving in the acceleration lane and approaching the point where the lanes merge. What should you do?
- AStop at the end of the lane and wait until the other lane is empty
- BMaintain the same speed and enter without signalling to others
- CAdjust your speed, signal in good time, and cooperate in alternating merging
- DIncrease your speed and enter first because the acceleration lane has priority
Hard
Two vehicles approach the point where the lanes merge at the same time. Which statement is correct?
- AThe driver in the through lane always has an unconditional right to go first
- BBoth drivers must adjust, and neither has an unconditional right to go first
- CThe driver furthest to the right always has an unconditional right to go first
- DThe driver in the acceleration lane always has an unconditional right to go first
Theory test tip
In the theory test, the trap may be to answer that the driver in the acceleration lane always has to give way. When this sign applies, traffic in both lanes must adjust to each other and continue alternately.
Did you know
The sign is used, among other places, where an acceleration lane from an entry ramp joins another lane. It makes clear that the situation should be resolved by merging, not as an ordinary lane change with one-sided give-way obligations.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to give way to all vehicles in the other lane?
No, the sign indicates merging with mutual adjustment. Both parties must regulate their speed and distance so that the vehicles can continue alternately.
Do I have to use my turn signal when merging?
Yes, you must signal when moving the vehicle sideways. Using your turn signal does not exempt you from checking your mirrors, blind spot and distance.
Should I drive all the way to where the lane narrows?
You should use the acceleration lane to reach a suitable speed and position yourself in an appropriate gap. Avoid both merging too early and obstructing traffic, and forcing your way in right at the end.
Does the sign mean that I am entering a motorway?
No, the sign only indicates how the acceleration lane joins another lane. A motorway is indicated by a separate sign.
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