131. The following speed limits apply outside built-up areas: 131.2. Vehicles of categories A1, A2, A or B driven by novice drivers, persons learning to drive or taking a practical driving test, and buses (including school buses) are subject to the following maximum speeds: 100 km/h on motorways, 90 km/h on highways, 80 km/h on roads with asphalt or concrete pavement, and 70 km/h on other roads.

Driver competencies - category B: A vehicle will begin to skid when the tires lose traction with the road surface. This may occur on inclines, slopes, or in strong crosswinds.

Although the road sign normally prohibits overtaking, overtaking vehicles traveling at speeds under 30 km/h is permitted provided it can be done safely. Road sign 325 — “Overtaking prohibited” forbids overtaking, except for individual vehicles (or individual vehicle combinations) traveling at speeds under 30 km/h. Road sign 805 — “Validity zone ahead” indicates the length of the zone beyond the sign during which a hazardous road section or other associated signs remain in effect.

Braking with uneven tire wear between the left and right sides is dangerous because it can cause the vehicle to slide off the road and overturn.

It is prohibited to drive a vehicle if the main brake is inoperative, as this creates a danger to road safety. According to technical requirements, tyres mounted on the same axle must be of the same type and have identical tread patterns. Tyres with different tread patterns can cause instability under braking and reduce traction, creating a road safety risk; therefore driving such a vehicle is prohibited. RTR 234. A driver must not operate a motor vehicle, a tractor, or a self-propelled machine with: 234.1. a defective foot brake (the driver cannot stop the vehicle); 234.2. a defective steering mechanism (the driver cannot control the vehicle); 234.3. a defective coupling device between the vehicle and a trailer; 234.4. a defective windscreen wiper on the driver's side in snow, rain, or fog; 234.5. faulty front left-side lamps (dipped-beam headlamp and fog lamp) during hours of darkness or when visibility is poor, or if at least one rear position lamp has failed, hazard warning lights are not functioning (or are switched off), or a warning triangle is not affixed to the rear of the vehicle.

Regulation RTR 98: Fog lamps may be used only when visibility is severely reduced. Front fog lamps may also be used if the left front dipped-beam headlamp has failed. According to the Law on Road Traffic Safety, Article 2(5), 'poor visibility' means a situation caused by weather or other phenomena in which road visibility is less than 300 metres, regardless of road characteristics.

If the windows fog up (for example after washing the vehicle), the heating/ventilation setting may be incorrect.

Law on Road Traffic Safety, Article 2, Clause 19: A "built-up area" means an area containing buildings whose roads are marked at the entrances with the road sign "Beginning of Built-Up Area" and at the exits with the road sign "End of Built-Up Area".

LAW ON ROAD TRAFFIC SAFETY Article 23. Categories of motor vehicles and the minimum driving age: 1. Categories of motor vehicles and their combinations with trailers are as follows: 6) Category B: vehicles with a maximum permissible mass not exceeding 3,500 kg designed and constructed to carry no more than eight passengers, excluding the driver; these vehicles may be coupled with a trailer whose maximum permissible mass does not exceed 750 kg; they may also be coupled with a trailer whose maximum permissible mass exceeds 750 kg, provided that the maximum permissible mass of the combined vehicle does not exceed 4,250 kg; a vehicle combination with a maximum permissible mass exceeding 3,500 kg (including a trailer with a maximum permissible mass exceeding 750 kg) may be driven only after passing a skills and behaviour test at the state enterprise "Regitra". LAW ON ROAD TRAFFIC SAFETY Article 22. Granting the right to drive motor vehicles, tractors, self-propelled machines: 12. Persons who are at least 24 years old, who have at least 2 years of driving experience in category B vehicles and who have completed practical driving training for category A1 vehicles in accordance with the procedure established by the Ministry of Transport or its authorised institution, are granted the right to drive category A1 vehicles in the territory of the Republic of Lithuania. As a result, the driver's licence does not explicitly state entitlement to drive category A1 vehicles; instead, the national code set by the Ministry of the Interior is shown next to the category B marking.

According to the Law on Road Traffic Safety, Article 2, point 43: “Drunkenness” means a state in which a person has consumed ethyl alcohol and the concentration of that alcohol in the body's biological media (exhaled air, blood, urine, saliva or other bodily fluids) exceeds the legal limit. The maximum permitted concentration of ethyl alcohol in the exhaled air, blood, urine, saliva or other bodily fluids of persons operating vehicles is 0.4 per mille (‰). Novice drivers, taxi drivers, and drivers of mopeds, motorcycles, tricycles, light quadricycles, four-wheelers, motorized quadricycles, vehicles with a maximum permissible weight over 3.5 t or with more than 9 seats, and drivers transporting dangerous goods are considered intoxicated when the concentration of ethyl alcohol in their exhaled air, blood, urine, saliva or other bodily fluids is greater than 0 ‰. JB

RTR 175. In residential areas, pedestrians are permitted to walk on the roadway but must not obstruct vehicle traffic. Vehicles are required to yield to pedestrians in these areas.

The distance between a stationary vehicle and a solid line (or the kerb) must be at least 3 metres. If the distance is exactly 3 metres, standing and parking are permitted. If the distance is less than 3 metres (for example, 2 metres), standing and parking are prohibited. RTR 150. Standing and parking are prohibited: 150.7 where there is a distance of less than 3 m between a stationary vehicle and a solid line of the road marking, the kerb, or, in its absence, the edge of the carriageway;

RTR 92. If the emergency light signaling system is not fitted or is defective and an emergency stop is required where stopping or parking is prohibited, in the event of an accident, or where the stopped vehicle would be visible to other road users from less than 100 metres, the driver of a motor vehicle (other than a motor moped or a motorcycle without a trailer), a tractor, or a self‑propelled machine must immediately place an emergency stop sign on the carriageway side opposite the direction of travel: in built‑up areas not less than 25 m from the stopped vehicle, and outside built‑up areas not less than 50 m. If at least one rear position lamp is defective and the hazard warning lights are not working when driving at night or in poor visibility, an emergency stop sign must be affixed to the rear of the vehicle in order to continue driving. RTR 151. When a vehicle is forced to stop where standing or parking is forbidden, drivers must switch on their hazard warning lights if available and/or place a warning triangle on the road as specified in Paragraph 92 of the Rules and remove their vehicle from the road as soon as possible. If drivers intend to stop their vehicle on unlit sections of the road during darkness or when visibility is poor, and hazard warning lights are not available or are inoperative, the vehicle must be parked off the carriageway. If this is impossible, the location must be marked as specified in Paragraph 92 of the Rules. JB

Explanation of terms: • To brake — press the brake pedal; the vehicle decelerates quickly and stops before the expected obstacle. • To release the accelerator pedal — lift your foot off the gas; the vehicle will slow down gradually without stopping completely and will continue moving. • To maintain your current speed — keep the accelerator pedal in the same position; the vehicle continues at a constant speed. RTR 127. Drivers must not exceed the permissible speed limit. The driver must select a driving speed appropriate to the driving conditions, in particular the terrain, the condition of the road and the vehicle (including the load), weather conditions and traffic density, so that the vehicle can be stopped safely before any foreseeable obstacle. The driver must slow down and stop when driving circumstances require it, especially when visibility is poor. RTR 135. Drivers must not: 135.2. exceed the speed limit specified on the vehicle marking plate; 135.3. drive unnecessarily slowly and impede the normal flow of traffic for other road users; 135.4. slow down abruptly for reasons other than safety.

If bright headlights are reflected in your rearview mirror, in addition to the measures listed in Paragraph 96 you can quickly activate the mirror's anti‑dazzle setting by flipping the switch at its base (if fitted). This engages the automatic dimming function and reduces glare. According to RTR 96, a dazzled driver must turn on the hazard warning lights, reduce speed without changing direction, and stop if necessary.

The higher the vehicle's speed when cornering, the greater the effect of inertia and the higher the risk of the car sliding sideways. Lower speeds reduce inertia and the risk of sliding. A larger turning radius (a gentler curve) also reduces lateral inertial forces.

Drivers and all passengers must wear seat belts in vehicles that are equipped with them. In buses fitted with seat belts, a "Fasten Your Seat Belt" notice must be displayed in a clearly visible location in front of each seat, on the seat, or adjacent to it. It is recommended that all bus passengers be informed of the seat belt requirement — either verbally or by audiovisual means — before the journey begins.

If a vehicle is left in gear and begins to roll downhill, certain older diesel engines may rotate and start automatically.

Light, bright-colored vehicles are most visible to other road users. (JB)

RTR 81. Warning signals include: using turn and brake lights (arm signals may be used), sounding the horn, switching the headlights on and off, activating hazard warning lights or flashing amber beacons, and placing a warning triangle on the road or attaching it to the vehicle.

Answers 1–3 are methods to lower fuel consumption and reduce pollution. Answer 4 is incorrect — driving closely behind the vehicle ahead to reduce air resistance is unsafe.

Only the driver may be exempt from wearing a seat belt within built-up or residential areas (for example, when maneuvering in a parking lot). RTR 196. All drivers and passengers must wear seat belts when travelling in vehicles equipped with them. If a bus is fitted with seat belts, visible informational signs reading "Fasten Your Seat Belt" must be displayed in front of, on, or next to every seat. It is recommended that all bus passengers be informed of the seat belt requirement verbally or by audiovisual means before the journey begins. RTR 198. Persons driving a vehicle in reverse or manoeuvring in a parking area within a built-up area are exempt from wearing seat belts. RTR 205. Persons who, for serious medical reasons, hold special permits issued by competent authorities are exempt from wearing seat belts; these permits must include an expiry date. JB

When engine oil is low, internal components receive less lubrication, causing increased wear and overheating; this accelerates deterioration and can lead to engine failure.

77.2. Right arm extended forward: 77.2.1. Vehicles to the officer's left may proceed in any direction; 77.2.2. Vehicles in front of the officer may proceed only to the right; 77.2.3. Vehicles behind the officer and those on his right must not proceed.

IV 15. It is prohibited to drive vehicles that are not in good condition or that fail to meet the applicable technical requirements. Before setting off, the driver of a motor vehicle, tractor, or self-propelled vehicle must ensure the vehicle is in proper condition and is equipped with a warning triangle, fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, and any other items mandated for that vehicle type. The driver must also monitor the vehicle's technical condition during the trip. If the vehicle breaks down while driving and ceases to meet technical requirements, and repairs on-site are impossible, the driver may proceed—taking all necessary precautions—to the nearest parking area or repair facility, except in cases specified in paragraph 234 of these Rules.

A driver must maintain clear forward visibility in all weather conditions. Use the windscreen wipers according to the intensity of precipitation, traffic, presence of pedestrians and other circumstances. Waiting until "the windscreen is covered in snow and you are unable to see anything" is too late.

This sign indicates the end of the minimum speed requirement; it does not specify a particular permitted speed. The applicable speed depends on other road signs, regulations and current driving conditions. Road sign 415 — End of minimum speed limit.

Explanation of terms: • To brake – press the brake pedal; the car slows down rapidly and stops before the expected obstacle. • To release the accelerator pedal – take your foot off the gas; the car gradually slows on its own but does not come to a complete stop and continues moving. • To drive without changing speed – keep the accelerator position the same; the car continues at a constant speed. RTR 128. If there is an obstruction or traffic safety is at risk, the driver must reduce speed or, if necessary, bring the vehicle to a complete stop or steer around the obstruction (if it can be seen) without creating a hazard for other road users.

RTR 12. Road users must immediately yield to approaching emergency vehicles that display blue and red (or only blue) flashing lights and use special audible signals, as well as to vehicles escorted by them. Road users shall form an emergency corridor as follows: 12.1 On a road with a single lane in one direction, drivers must stop on the right hard shoulder if one exists; if there is no hard shoulder, they must stop as close as possible to the right edge of the carriageway. 12.2 On a road with two or more lanes in the same direction, vehicles in the far-left lane must move and stop as close as possible to the left edge of the carriageway designated for that direction, while vehicles in the lanes to the right must move and stop as close as possible to the right edge of the carriageway (or the hard shoulder). 12.3 On a road with a central reservation, only drivers travelling in the same direction must comply with the requirements in paragraphs 12.1 and 12.2. RTR 154. At a controlled intersection, drivers on a side (minor) road must yield to vehicles approaching on the priority road.

If you discover that the horn is not working, you may drive only to a parking area or a repair facility. However, it is prohibited to operate a vehicle permanently if it does not meet the technical requirements (for example, if the horn, speedometer, or other required systems are not functioning). RTR 223. Vehicles traveling on roads must comply with the technical requirements applicable in the Republic of Lithuania when undergoing mandatory technical inspection. RTR 224. Only motor vehicles and trailers that are in good repair, except in the cases provided for in these Rules, may participate in public traffic in the Republic of Lithuania. Short-term (one-day) participation in public traffic is allowed, pursuant to the prescribed procedure, for vehicles and trailers displaying temporary license plates whose registered owners (keepers) have obtained compulsory motor third-party liability insurance and have paid the applicable fees and taxes for the vehicle or road use. RTR 15. Driving vehicles that are not in proper condition and do not comply with technical requirements for vehicles is prohibited. Before starting to drive, the driver of a motor vehicle, tractor, or self-propelled vehicle must ensure that the vehicle is in good condition, that it carries a warning triangle, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, and any other items mandatory for that type of vehicle, and must monitor the vehicle's technical condition during the journey. If the vehicle breaks down while driving and therefore does not meet the technical requirements and cannot be repaired on site, the driver may proceed, taking all necessary precautions, to the nearest parking area or vehicle repair shop, except in the cases laid down in paragraph 234 of these Rules. JB