Direction signs

What do direction signs look like?

Direction signs are square and can have several background colours, including blue, yellow, white, orange and brown. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Direction signs provide information about place names, services, routes, lane choices, road choices and the distance to destinations.

Snow chains

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Is the snow chains sign important for the theory test and driving test?

This sign is part of the theory test syllabus, and you should be able to recognize it and understand its main meaning. It is usually less central during the driving test, but you should still be familiar with it.

What is the snow chains sign?

The snow chains sign shows a chain symbol and means that you are approaching a snow chain area. A snow chain area is a dedicated lay-by next to the road where you can fit snow chains on your tires if the road ahead is more slippery or steeper.

When do you encounter the snow chains sign?

You often encounter the snow chains sign on mountain passes or on steep sections. The sign is placed just before you reach the lay-by or rest area where you can fit snow chains.

Why is the snow chains sign important?

It is important to see the snow chains sign in good time, so that you have time to fit chains before driving on. Without snow chains, you can lose grip, lose control, and create dangerous situations for yourself and others.