In this situation, can you turn off the external lights of the car?

Description

Art. 3 para. 1 and Art. 51 para. 7 of the Road Traffic Act

Explanation

Correct answer: No

In the visible situation, the vehicle's stop results from traffic conditions (closed barriers at a level crossing) rather than the driver's will. During such a stop, the driver is obliged to continue using external lights (e.g., dipped-beam headlights) just as when driving. According to Art. 51 para. 7 of the Road Traffic Act, separate rules regarding parking do not apply here, so turning off the lights is prohibited.

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