Safe driving and emergenciesQuestion 255 of 296

You follow another vehicle at night. You may not use high beams within what distance behind it?

  1. 60 m
  2. 15 m
  3. 30 m
  4. 150 m
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Correct answer: 60 m

High beams shine into the mirrors of the driver ahead. Stay with low beams when you are within 60 m behind a vehicle that goes in the same direction.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 76, High beam headlamps, page 39

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026