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You are driving a passenger car towing a trailer on a motorway where no variable speed limits or roadworks are active. What is the maximum legal speed limit that applies to your vehicle?

  1. A
    50 mph
  2. 60 mphAnswer
  3. C
    70 mph
  4. D
    80 mph

Answer

60 mph
Under the UK Highway Code, while solo cars and motorcycles may travel up to 70 mph on motorways, any vehicle towing a trailer or caravan is legally restricted to a maximum speed limit of 60 mph unless lower variable or temporary limits are posted.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the vehicle category and road type from the scenario.
The vehicle is a car towing a trailer travelling on an unrestricted motorway.
National speed limits in the UK differ according to the road classification and whether a trailer is attached.
2
Apply the UK Highway Code rule for towing vehicles on high-speed roads.
The maximum legal speed limit for a car towing a trailer on a motorway is 60 mph.
The additional weight and altered dynamics when towing reduce vehicle stability, requiring a 10 mph reduction from the standard 70 mph limit.

Key Concept

National speed limits for towing vehicles on motorways
Estimated Time:45s
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