FTT Traffic Rules and Regulations — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In Singapore, which side of the road must vehicles drive on?
- Right side
- Left side (Correct answer)
- Either side depending on traffic
- The centre of the road
Correct answer: Left side
Singapore follows the left-hand traffic system, inherited from British colonial rule. All vehicles must drive on the left side of the road and overtake on the right.
Question 2: What is the maximum speed limit on expressways in Singapore unless otherwise stated?
- 80 km/h
- 90 km/h (Correct answer)
- 100 km/h
- 110 km/h
Correct answer: 90 km/h
The default speed limit on Singapore expressways is 90 km/h unless otherwise indicated by road signs. Some sections may have different limits.
Question 3: What does a double white line on a Singapore road indicate?
- You may cross it to overtake
- No vehicle may cross or straddle the lines for any reason (Correct answer)
- It marks a parking zone
- It indicates a bus lane
Correct answer: No vehicle may cross or straddle the lines for any reason
Double white lines are an absolute prohibition — no vehicle may cross or straddle them for any purpose, including overtaking or turning.
Question 4: What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers in Singapore?
- 0.08%
- 0.05%
- 0.035% (Correct answer)
- Zero tolerance — no alcohol at all
Correct answer: 0.035%
The legal BAC limit in Singapore is 0.035% (35 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood). This is lower than many other countries, reflecting Singapore's strict approach to drink driving.
Question 5: What must a driver do when approaching a zebra crossing in Singapore where a pedestrian is waiting?
- Sound the horn to warn the pedestrian
- Slow down and give way to the pedestrian (Correct answer)
- Flash headlights to signal the pedestrian
- Maintain speed as pedestrians must wait
Correct answer: Slow down and give way to the pedestrian
Under the Road Traffic Act, drivers must slow down and give way to pedestrians at or near a zebra crossing. Failing to do so is an offence that can result in fines and demerit points.
Question 6: What is the minimum age to obtain a driving licence for a car in Singapore?
- 16 years
- 17 years
- 18 years (Correct answer)
- 21 years
Correct answer: 18 years
In Singapore, a person must be at least 18 years old to obtain a Class 3/3A driving licence for cars. For motorcycles (Class 2B), the minimum age is also 18.
FTT Traffic Rules and Regulations
In Singapore, which side of the road must vehicles drive on?