Great Britain Theory Test Coach
Hazards and alertnessQuestion 262 of 424

What should you do in a narrow lane at road works?

  1. Drive close to the vehicle in front to save space
  2. Drive on the studs in the centre
  3. Keep a safe distance and make sure you can see the lane edges ahead
  4. Move to the other lane to overtake
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Correct answer: Keep a safe distance and make sure you can see the lane edges ahead

Lanes may be narrower than normal. Keep your distance and check you can see the edges of the lane.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Road works, level crossings and tramways (288 to 307), Rule 290

Practice hazards and alertness

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026