Traffic Lights, Matrix Signs & Police Signals

Under Article 68, paragraph 5 of the RVV 1990, the sub-plate 'Rechtsaf voor (brom)fietsers vrij' permits cyclists and moped riders to turn right while the traffic light is red, provided they give way to all other crossing traffic. Why other options are incorrect: • No, traffic lights always override sub-plates and turning on red is strictly illegal for all road users.: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers. • Only if there are no motorized vehicles within 100 metres of the junction.: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers.

Under Article 68, paragraph 3 of the RVV 1990, a flashing amber light indicates danger and signals that the traffic light installation is deactivated or out of order. Drivers must follow the priority signs and road markings at the junction, or standard right-hand priority if no signs exist. Why other options are incorrect: • Traffic from all directions must come to a complete standstill and proceed in order of arrival.: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers. • Traffic continuing straight ahead has absolute right of way regardless of road signs.: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers.

Under Article 68, paragraph 2 of the RVV 1990, a green arrow signal governs traffic exclusively in the direction of the arrow (conflict-free). Unlike a solid round green light, no conflicting oncoming vehicles or crossing pedestrians have green at the same time. Why other options are incorrect: • Yes, oncoming traffic turning right always shares priority with left-turning traffic.: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers. • Yes, crossing pedestrians and cyclists always have a simultaneous green signal.: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers.

Under Article 73 of the RVV 1990, an overhead illuminated green arrow indicates that the lane is open for traffic. When a rush-hour lane (spitsstrook) is opened, the hard shoulder functions as a normal driving lane, and under Dutch keep-right rules (Art. 3 RVV), you should use it. Why other options are incorrect: • No, the rush-hour lane is reserved strictly for buses and taxis.: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers. • Only if your vehicle is carrying three or more passengers (carpooling).: This interpretation misidentifies Dutch road signage according to Annex 1 of the RVV 1990. Following this answer would cause illegal lane use, parking violations, or dangerous maneuvers.