Are you obliged to exercise extreme caution when passing a vehicle marked at the front and rear with a visible blue plate and activated hazard lights when a disabled person is boarding or alighting?

Explanation

Correct answer: Yes

The vehicle shown in the photo has a blue plate with a wheelchair symbol, meaning it is transporting persons with disabilities. According to Art. 58 para. 2 of the Road Traffic Act, a driver passing such a vehicle while a disabled person is boarding or alighting is obliged to exercise special caution and, if necessary, stop.

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