If you are driving a truck with a Maximum Authorized Mass (MAM) of 3,000 kg on a motorway, what safety distance must you maintain from the vehicle in front?

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The correct answer is 'The safety distance' sufficient to avoid a collision. Detailed explanation: General Rule: Every driver must maintain a distance that allows them to stop without colliding in the event of sudden braking by the vehicle in front. The 50-meter exception: There is a rule requiring a minimum gap of 50 meters on conventional roads (outside built-up areas), but this only applies to vehicles with a MAM exceeding 3,500 kg or vehicles over 10 meters in length. Specific Case: Since the truck in the question has a MAM of 3,000 kg (it does not exceed 3,500 kg), the general rule for cars applies, not the specific rule for heavy vehicles. Therefore, it is not required to keep a fixed number of meters, but rather a prudent distance based on speed, grip, and braking capability.

If you are driving a truck with a Maximum Authorized Mass (MAM) of 3,000 kg on a motorway, what safety distance must you maintain from the vehicle in front?

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