Hungary KRESZ B key terms

The obligation to let another road user pass before you proceed, usually shown by a yield sign, a stop sign, road markings, or the general right-hand rule at an unmarked junction.

At an intersection with no signs, signals or markings giving priority, you must yield to vehicles approaching from your right and let them go first.

The inverted triangle sign that requires you to slow down and give way to traffic on the priority road; you need not stop unless traffic or visibility makes it necessary.

The octagonal stop sign: you must come to a complete stop at the marked line or, if none, at the edge of the crossing road, and give way before entering.

A circular junction where traffic already circulating normally has priority; entering vehicles give way, and you signal right only when leaving at your exit.

Changing direction at a junction or into a side road; you must signal in good time, position correctly, yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic, and turn without cutting the corner.

The obligation to signal your intended turn, lane change, overtaking or exit clearly and early enough, and to cancel the signal once the manoeuvre is complete.

Moving from one marked lane to another; you must check mirrors and blind spots, signal, and give way to vehicles already in the lane you intend to enter.

The maximum permitted speed for a road or vehicle class; in built-up areas it is generally 50 km/h unless signs say otherwise, and lower limits apply in specified zones.

An area marked by the town-entry sign where the general speed limit is 50 km/h and extra care is required for pedestrians, cyclists and children.

The gap you keep behind the vehicle ahead so you can stop safely if it brakes suddenly; it must grow with speed and with poor road, weather or visibility conditions.

The distance a vehicle travels from the moment braking begins until it stops; it increases with speed and is much longer on wet, icy or loose surfaces.

The delay between noticing a hazard and acting on it, typically about one second; during this time the vehicle still covers distance, which adds to the total stopping distance.

Passing a slower road user; it is normally done on the left, only where permitted and safe, and never where visibility, signs or markings forbid it.

A continuous road marking that must not be crossed; it separates opposing traffic or marks areas where overtaking and lane changes are prohibited.

Painted lines, arrows and symbols on the road surface that guide, warn or prohibit; they have the same binding force as traffic signs and must be obeyed.

Bringing the vehicle to a halt, whether voluntarily or because of traffic; where stopping is prohibited you may not halt even briefly except to avoid danger or obey a signal.

Leaving the vehicle stationary for longer than needed to pick up or set down passengers or load; it is restricted near junctions, crossings, bus stops and where signs forbid it.

A marked place for pedestrians to cross; approaching drivers must slow down and give way to pedestrians on or about to enter the crossing, and parking near it is restricted.

A signal warning of a hazard or of a junction where signs and the general priority rules apply instead of fixed light phases; proceed only with caution.

Light signals controlling traffic: red means stop, green means proceed if the way is clear, and amber means prepare to stop unless stopping would be unsafe.

The normal low-beam headlight used at night and in poor visibility; it lights the road without dazzling oncoming drivers and is compulsory in many situations.

The high-beam headlight for unlit roads; you must dip it when meeting oncoming traffic or following another vehicle closely so as not to dazzle other drivers.

How far and how clearly you can see the road, affected by darkness, rain, fog or snow; reduced visibility requires lower speed, dipped headlights and extra following distance.

The area around the vehicle that mirrors do not show; you must turn your head to check it before changing lanes, overtaking, joining traffic or opening a door.

Items a vehicle must carry, such as a warning triangle, first-aid kit, reflective vest and spare bulbs where required; missing mandatory equipment can fail a roadside check.

A reflective triangle placed on the road behind a broken-down or accident-stricken vehicle to warn approaching traffic, at a distance appropriate to the road and visibility.

The periodic official roadworthiness check of a vehicle; driving without a valid inspection is an offence and may affect insurance cover in the event of a claim.

The official document identifying a vehicle and its registered owner; it must be kept and produced when checked, and changes of ownership must be recorded.

The permit authorising you to drive a given category of vehicle; it must be valid for that category and carried or produced when required by police.

Third-party liability insurance that every registered vehicle must have; it pays for damage you cause to others but not for your own vehicle.

The concentration of alcohol in the blood; in Hungary a zero limit applies to driving, so any measurable alcohol is an offence regardless of how sober you feel.

Tiredness that slows reactions and can cause micro-sleeps; you must stop and rest before it impairs driving, and long journeys need planned breaks.

The health requirement for holding a driving licence; certain conditions, medicines or sight problems must be declared and may restrict or suspend your right to drive.

A developing situation that could force sudden braking or steering, such as a child near the kerb or a car emerging from a side road; recognising it early lets you react in time.

Immediate help given to injured people before professionals arrive: secure the scene, check breathing, control bleeding and call the emergency services without delay.

Dialling the single European emergency number 112 (or the ambulance number) to report an accident, giving location, number of casualties and hazards clearly and calmly.

The steps taken right after a crash to prevent further harm: stop, switch on hazard lights, place the warning triangle, move people to safety and warn approaching traffic.

A place where the road crosses railway tracks; you must approach with care, obey lights and barriers, and never enter unless the far side is clear.