traffic lights These are the basic elements that constitute road safety and knowledge, In addition to being necessary to obtain a driver’s license, it is a differentiating factor when making decisions while driving.
These flags are grouped into different categories, such as prohibit, restrict, priority, warn, or prevent, Among other things. Its correct interpretation not only facilitates its circulation, but also… Helps reduce road accidents, And also to avoid committing violations.
Some of them are easy to recognize, however Others may be a bit difficult for some drivers, Either because it is not seen in everyday life or because it is simply not intuitive.
In this sense, One of the strangest and most famous traffic signals is “DIP”. What this traffic signal specifically seeks to do is warn of the presence of a pothole, pothole, depression or subsidence in the street or road.
It is mainly used in places where there is a sudden drop in the road surface, Which may affect the stability of the car if the speed is not reduced. In some cases, it causes the car to overturn. Going off the road or, in less severe scenarios, getting a flat tire.
So, When this sign appears, the speed must be reduced gradually to avoid the possibility of a collision or breaking any part of the car. You must also hold the steering wheel firmly so that the car does not change direction.
Although this traffic light does not exist in Argentina, there is an equivalent that performs the same function and is essential. To prevent damage to the vehicle or loss of control at high speeds; For example, some of them warn of the presence of speed bumps or other violations on the road, such as donkey hill.
Within the restriction category, There is one commonly found on roads that drivers don’t usually recognize that has a “10t” in it. This sign indicates the weight of the vehicles and what is the maximum load for the area in which you are traveling.
If you proceed through an area where the “10t” sign appears, This means that units weighing up to ten tons are allowed to pass. Therefore, Those that exceed the specified weight can endanger the road and cause accidents. So they have to look for an alternative path.