As a general rule, is it allowed to drive on the hard shoulder?

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The correct answer is No. The hard shoulder is a paved longitudinal strip next to the roadway, but it is not part of it. Detailed explanation:  General Rule: Motor vehicles (cars, trucks, motorcycles) are prohibited from driving on the hard shoulder. They must always use the roadway.  Exceptions: You may only use the hard shoulder in cases of emergency, breakdown, or when a temporary additional lane is opened. Certain vehicles such as mopeds, bicycles, animal-drawn vehicles, and special vehicles of up to 3,500 kg are also required to use it.  Why the other answers are wrong: It is not allowed 'whenever possible' (it is a serious offense), nor in cities, where the same lane-use rules apply.

As a general rule, is it allowed to drive on the hard shoulder?

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