Traffic Police remind: seasonal requirements of the Traffic Rules

The Lithuanian Road Police Service reminds us that the seasonal requirements of the Road Traffic Rules come into force in April.

Tires. From April 10, it is forbidden to operate vehicles with studded tires. Summer tires are recommended during the warm season.

Driving speed. In April-October, cars and lorries with a maximum permissible mass not exceeding 3.5 t, motorcycles and tricycles on motorways are allowed to travel at a maximum speed of 130 km / h outside the settlements. speed, on motorways not exceeding 120 km / h. speed.

Some other important requirements of the Road Traffic Rules:

A vehicle participating in public traffic must comply with the established technical requirements, which are applied in the Republic of Lithuania during the mandatory technical inspection.

Persons entitled to drive are permitted to drive under the influence of psychoactive substances.

The driver (motor vehicles, tractors, self-propelled machines) is not allowed to use mobile devices without a hands-free device. Also, any non-driving actions should be avoided.

The driver and passengers must fasten their seat belts when driving a vehicle with seat belts. Children under 135 cm in height are transported by car or truck with child restraint systems adapted to their height and weight (special seats are used).

When riding a moped, motorcycle, tricycle, quad bike of all types (light, powerful, heavy), the driver and passengers must wear motorcycle protection (helmets, eye protection), unless the vehicles have a body (cab) or built-in roof arches designed to protect the driver, occupant from impact and safety belts. These vehicles must be driven with both hands (except when a signal is displayed by hand).

The driver must drive within the permitted speed. The choice of driving speed must take into account the driving and meteorological conditions, in particular the terrain, the condition of the road and the vehicle, the load, as well as the traffic volume.

Depending on the travel speed, the distance must be such that the vehicle in front does not collide if it is braked, and that there is a clear distance from the side to ensure safe traffic.

It is forbidden to install obstructions and objects in the vehicle to measure speed.

The required technical condition, registration and compulsory insurance of motor vehicles and trailers used in public traffic are ensured by the driver of the vehicle.

A motor vehicle (except moped, motorcycle without trailer), tractor and self-propelled machinery participating in public traffic must have:

Emergency stop sign for both fire extinguishers and first-aid kits as required by the technical requirements for motor vehicles and their trailers.

Every motor vehicle, tractor or self-propelled machine involved in traffic must have a brightly colored vest with reflective tapes.

Lithuanian Road Police Service: when participating in public traffic, we must all act responsibly, know not only our rights but also our responsibilities.