If you are driving a passenger car carrying a load that protrudes from the rear, are you required to signal it?

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Yes, it is mandatory. According to traffic regulations, any load protruding from the rear of a passenger car must be signaled, both day and night, using the V-20 panel. This is a square panel (50x50 cm) with alternating red and white diagonal stripes. Important details for the exam: Use of the V-20 Panel: It must be placed at the rear end of the load. Full Width: If the load protrudes across the entire width of the vehicle (including mirrors), two V-20 panels must be placed transversely, forming an inverted 'V' shape with their stripes. Night Visibility: In addition to the panel, if driving at night or in poor visibility conditions, a red light must be added at the rear. The other options are incorrect because a simple red cloth does not meet the homologation standards for reflectivity, and the rule applies to passenger cars as well (allowed up to 10% of the vehicle length if divisible or 15% if indivisible), not just trucks.

If you are driving a passenger car carrying a load that protrudes from the rear, are you required to signal it?

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