Did the drivers clear the way for the emergency vehicle in accordance with applicable regulations?

Description

Art. 9 para. 2 pt. 1

Explanation

Correct answer: No

In a traffic congestion situation, drivers are obliged to create a so-called rescue corridor to allow the passage of an emergency vehicle. According to Art. 9 para. 2 pt. 1, the driver in the left lane must pull over as close as possible to the left edge of the lane, and the driver in the right lane to the right edge. The video shows that the driver of the black truck in the left lane did not pull over as far as possible to the left, but is driving close to the middle of the roadway, which is contrary to current regulations.

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