Slow-moving vehicles sign

What it means

Slow-moving vehicles are likely for the distance shown.

The symbol shows a lorry climbing a hill. It warns that you may come up behind slow vehicles.

Be patient and only overtake when you can see it is safe. A plate may give the distance, such as 'Slow lorries for 2 miles'.

Where you'll see it

On long hills and other roads where heavy vehicles slow down.

Rules to know

• The sign warns of slow-moving vehicles for the distance shown.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 13

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Overtaking slow lorries on a hill without a clear view.

  Instead: Wait until you can see the road ahead is clear for long enough.

Test yourself

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What does this sign mean?

• ASlow-moving vehicles ahead
• BWarns of a side road joining your road ahead.
• CThe road narrows on the right-hand side
• DWild horses or ponies on the road

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