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Lane begins
The sign indicates that a lane begins.
When you see the sign
Be aware that a new lane is beginning, and use the sign’s layout and the road markings to understand how the lanes continue. Stay in your own lane if you do not intend to change lanes; when changing lanes, check your mirrors and blind spot, signal and give way.
Rules
- The sign indicates that a new lane is beginning.
- The sign itself does not require the driver to change lanes.
- Anyone changing lanes must give way to traffic in the lane they are moving into.
- The sign does not indicate the start of a motorway, motor traffic road, public transport lane or heavy vehicle lane.
- The speed limit does not change simply because this sign is present along the road.
Tips
- Look ahead for lane arrows, signs above the lanes and road markings showing how the new lane may be used.
- Choose your lane in good time if the road later splits towards different destinations.
- Check your mirrors and blind spot before moving into the new lane, if appropriate.
- Do not automatically move into the new lane; assess the traffic situation and where you are going next.
Common misconceptions
- Thinking that the sign indicates the start of a motorway or motor traffic road.
- Assuming that the new lane is a public transport lane or heavy vehicle lane without this being indicated by separate signs or symbols.
- Thinking that you have priority when moving into the new lane.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign indicate?
- AThat a new lane begins
- BThat a motorveg begins
- CThat a kollektivfelt begins
- DThat a heavy-traffic lane begins
Medium
A new lane begins on the right, and you want to enter it. Another car is already in this lane. What do you do?
- AI enter first because the sign gives me forkjørsrett
- BI stop in my lane because I have to change lanes
- CI increase my speed because the car in the new lane has vikeplikt
- DI wait until the lane change can be carried out without obstructing the car
Hard
There are no other signs or symbols indicating special use of the new lane. What can you conclude with certainty?
- AThat a heavy-traffic lane begins and is to be used by heavy vehicles
- BThat a kollektivfelt begins and may only be used by certain vehicles
- CThat a motorveg begins and the motorveg rules apply from the sign
- DThat an ordinary lane begins without the speed limit changing
Theory test tip
Look for the difference between an ordinary lane and a lane reserved for specific vehicles. This sign only indicates that a lane is beginning; any special use must be indicated in another way.
Did you know
Skilt 534 comes in several designs so that the illustration can be adapted to how the lanes actually begin and continue at the location. It is used, among other places, where a road is widened with an additional lane.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to move into the new lane?
No, the sign does not require you to change lanes. Choose your lane based on your onward direction, road markings and other signs.
Who has to give way when I change lanes?
You must give way to vehicles already in the lane you want to move into. Signal, but remember that signalling does not give you priority.
Does the sign mean that the speed limit increases?
No, the sign does not change the speed limit. The applicable sign or general speed limit still applies.
Is the new lane a public transport lane or heavy vehicle lane?
Not on the basis of this sign alone. Any such special use must be indicated by separate signs, symbols or other clear regulation.
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