Israel Driving Theory Test flashcards
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- Urban default speed limit
- In Israel the default maximum speed inside a built-up area is 50 km/h, unless a posted sign sets a different limit.
- Non-urban default speed limit
- Outside built-up areas the default limit is 80 km/h. Designated highways allow 100 or 110 km/h only where signs explicitly permit it.
- Right-hand rule
- At an unmarked intersection with no signs or working lights, you must give way to vehicles approaching from your right.
- Stop sign meaning
- A red octagon requires a complete stop at the stop line, followed by giving way to all traffic before entering the junction.
- Warning sign shape
- Israeli warning signs are triangles with a red border and white background; they alert you to a hazard ahead but do not by themselves change priority.
- Mandatory sign shape
- Blue circular signs give mandatory instructions, such as a required direction of travel or a compulsory path for cyclists.
- Two-second rule
- In dry conditions keep at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead; double the gap in rain, at night or when visibility is poor.
- Aquaplaning response
- Ease off the accelerator, keep the steering straight and avoid hard braking; grip returns as speed drops and the tyres clear the water film.
- Blind spot check
- Mirrors do not show the area beside and slightly behind your car, so turn your head before changing lanes, merging or overtaking.
- Observation distance
- Aim to scan 12–15 seconds ahead of your car so hazards are spotted early and you can respond smoothly instead of suddenly.
- Night glare response
- When an oncoming vehicle dazzles you, slow down and look toward the right edge of your lane rather than staring at the lights.
- Alcohol limit for new drivers
- Drivers in their first two years after passing the test are limited to 0.01% blood alcohol, well below the 0.05% limit for experienced drivers.
- Thinking distance
- The distance covered during reaction time, about one second: at 50 km/h that is roughly 14 metres before the brakes even begin to work.
- Braking distance growth
- Braking distance increases with the square of speed, so doubling speed from 50 to 100 km/h roughly quadruples the distance needed to stop.
- Seat belt effectiveness
- Wearing a seat belt reduces front-seat occupant fatality risk by roughly 45–50% and prevents ejection; airbags are designed to work together with belts.
- Fatigue crash signs
- Yawning, heavy eyelids, drifting within the lane and missed signs indicate dangerous fatigue; the only real remedy is to stop and rest.
- ABS function
- Anti-lock braking prevents wheel lock so you can still steer while braking hard; keep firm pressure on the pedal and never pump it.
- Minimum tyre tread
- Israeli law requires at least 1.6 mm of tread depth in the central grooves of passenger car tyres; worn tyres greatly lengthen wet braking.
- Tyre blowout control
- Hold the wheel firmly, release the accelerator and let the car slow; avoid hard braking, then steer to the shoulder once control is regained.
- Brake fade
- Repeated or prolonged braking overheats the brakes and reduces stopping power; on long descents select a lower gear and use engine braking.
- Red warning light
- A red dashboard warning light signals a fault needing immediate attention; stop safely, switch off and investigate before continuing the journey.
- Emergency numbers Israel
- In Israel call 101 for a Magen David Adom ambulance and 100 for police; give the exact location, number of casualties and any hazards.
- CPR compression rate
- For an adult, push hard and fast in the centre of the chest at 100–120 compressions per minute, about 5–6 cm deep, with 30:2 breaths.
- Recovery position
- An unconscious casualty who is breathing should be rolled onto their side with the head tilted back, keeping the airway open until help arrives.
- Severe bleeding control
- Apply firm direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth; if blood soaks through, add more layers rather than removing the soaked dressing.
- Moving casualties
- Do not move an injured person unless there is immediate danger such as fire or traffic; unnecessary movement can worsen spinal injuries.
- Category B licence
- A private car licence covers vehicles up to 3,500 kg gross weight carrying no more than eight passengers in addition to the driver.
- New driver period
- After passing the test a driver holds 'nahag hadash' status for two years, with stricter rules and a much lower permitted blood-alcohol level.
- Periodic vehicle test
- Private cars must pass the licensing test at an authorised institute, first when three years old and then at intervals set for that vehicle class.
- Compulsory insurance
- Third-party insurance (bituach hova) is legally required to drive; driving uninsured is a criminal offence and the vehicle can be taken off the road.
- Points system
- Traffic offences add points that remain recorded for two years; reaching 12 points within that period triggers re-testing or licence proceedings.
- Medical renewal age
- From age 70, renewing a driving licence in Israel requires a medical fitness certificate, and the renewal period becomes shorter as the driver ages.