When driving on a conventional road with no intention of overtaking and where that maneuver is permitted, what minimum front distance must a truck with a maximum authorized mass (MAM) above 3,500 kg keep from the preceding vehicle?

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According to Article 54 of the General Traffic Regulations, vehicles with a maximum authorized mass (MAM) of more than 3,500 kg and vehicles or combined vehicles of more than 10 meters in total length must keep a minimum separation of 50 meters from the vehicle ahead when driving outside built-up areas on roads with a single lane in each direction, provided they do not intend to overtake and overtaking is permitted. This distance guarantees not only enough space to stop in the face of an unexpected sudden braking, but also allows the vehicles behind to overtake and pull in with complete safety. The other options are incorrect because the generic stopping distance or the open formulation apply to passenger cars or other light vehicles, but for heavy vehicles of more than 3,500 kg the rule expressly requires a fixed figure of at least 50 meters.

When driving on a conventional road with no intention of overtaking and where that maneuver is permitted, what minimum front distance must a truck with a maximum authorized mass (MAM) above 3,500 kg keep from the preceding vehicle?

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