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On a dual carriageway where the national speed limit applies, a car towing a caravan is permitted to travel at a maximum speed of 70 mph.

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Under the UK Highway Code, the national speed limit on a dual carriageway for a car towing a caravan or trailer is 60 mph. A limit of 70 mph applies only to solo passenger cars, motorcycles, and car-derived vans.

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1
Identify the vehicle configuration and road category.
The vehicle is a car towing a caravan travelling on a dual carriageway.
National speed limits in the UK Highway Code vary based on vehicle classification and road type.
2
Determine the statutory speed limit for this combination under national speed limit rules.
The statutory maximum speed limit for a car towing a trailer or caravan on a dual carriageway is 60 mph.
Towing adds mass and reduces stability and braking efficiency, resulting in a 10 mph reduction compared to solo cars.
3
Evaluate the accuracy of the statement.
The statement claims the maximum permitted speed is 70 mph, which exceeds the legal 60 mph limit.
Since 70 mph is unlawful for a towing vehicle on a dual carriageway, the statement is false.

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UK national speed limits for vehicles towing trailers or caravans on dual carriageways
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