Turns, lanes and passingQuestion 145 of 296

Some drivers think they must sound the horn before every pass. What does the law say about the horn?

  1. You must always sound the horn before every pass
  2. You must never sound the horn on a highway
  3. Use the horn whenever it is reasonably necessary
  4. You must sound the horn only at night
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Correct answer: Use the horn whenever it is reasonably necessary

The law does not make a horn signal part of every pass. A driver must sound the horn when it is reasonably needed, and not for other reasons.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 80, Vehicle horn or warning signal, page 40

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026