Is it permitted to perform a voluntary stop in the driving lanes of a motorway or dual carriageway?

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The correct answer is that it is completely prohibited. According to Traffic Regulations, on motorways and dual carriageways, stopping (voluntary immobilization for less than 2 minutes) and parking are forbidden on both the driving lanes (carriageway) and the shoulders. It is only allowed in areas specifically designated for this purpose, such as service stations or rest areas. It is important not to confuse a voluntary 'stop' with an 'emergency stop' (immobilization due to emergency or traffic needs). If you have an emergency, it would be considered an emergency stop, and even then, the rule requires you to attempt to move the vehicle out of the lanes and onto the shoulder or a safe place, never to remain stopped in the lane.

Is it permitted to perform a voluntary stop in the driving lanes of a motorway or dual carriageway?

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