While driving in lane 2 of a three-lane (each way) expressway, an engine problem means you will soon be unable to continue. Where is the most appropriate place to stop the car?
💡 Hint
If you cannot keep driving on an expressway because of a breakdown or similar, you must stop the car at the place set by law and set up a breakdown warning sign (Article 67(2) of the Road Traffic Act). Think about where the risk of being hit by fast-approaching traffic is lowest.
Answer: ③
Explanation
Article 67(2) requires that when a vehicle can no longer be driven due to a breakdown or similar reason, it be stopped at the right edge of the road and the breakdown warning sign be set up. Stopping on the lane-1 side or in the middle of a lane carries a very high risk of being hit by fast traffic from behind. If possible, turn on the hazard lights and move right early to stop on the shoulder.
Legal basis: 도로교통법 제67조 제2항