If you are driving on a motorway and need to slow down significantly or stop due to traffic conditions, how should you warn other drivers?

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General Traffic Regulations state that the intention to stop the vehicle or significantly slow down, even when forced by traffic circumstances, must be warned by repeatedly using the brake lights (tapping the brake pedal several times) or by moving the arm alternatively up and down with short, quick movements. Using hazard lights is also common when stopped, but the specific technical answer to warn of the intention to brake is the repeated use of the brake. Rear fog lights are only used in poor visibility, and position lights do not alert others of a speed reduction.

If you are driving on a motorway and need to slow down significantly or stop due to traffic conditions, how should you warn other drivers?

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