Traffic Laws
What the exam tests
This domain checks whether you can apply Kuwait's traffic law to a commercial vehicle, not just recite penalties. Expect questions on right-hand driving, licence class, insurance, seat belts, alcohol, mobile phones, speed limits, police directions and the extra duties that come with a heavy vehicle.
Core rules
- Kuwait drives on the right; overtake on the left and keep right unless overtaking.
- Seat belts are mandatory for the driver and passengers where fitted; children must be properly restrained.
- Kuwait applies zero tolerance to alcohol. Do not drive after drinking or under drugs that impair driving.
- Hand-held mobile phone use is prohibited, including while stopped at a red light.
- Obey the signposted limit. Motorway limits are commonly 120 km/h for cars and lower for heavy goods vehicles; urban limits are commonly 80 km/h or less. The lower truck sign and any temporary sign prevail.
- Carry a valid licence for the vehicle class, valid registration and third-party insurance. Stop for police and follow hand signals.
Worked example
A 12-tonne goods vehicle approaches a highway sign showing 120 km/h, with a smaller sign showing 80 km/h for goods vehicles. It is raining. The legal limit is 80 km/h, but the safe speed is lower because of reduced grip and spray. Reason: the vehicle-specific limit overrides the general limit, and the general duty to drive safely can require a speed below the posted maximum.
Traps
Assuming the car speed limit applies to your truck; treating a red light as permission to use a phone; ignoring a police officer's signal because the light is green; driving without the correct licence class.