Highway and Expressway Driving Flashcards

What is the recommended action if you start to feel drowsy while driving on a long Manitoba highway?

Answer: Pull over at the next safe location and rest — fatigue is as dangerous as impairment

Drowsy driving is extremely dangerous and causes reaction times similar to impaired driving. The only effective remedy is to stop and rest. Pull over at a rest area or safe location and take a short nap before continuing.

On a Manitoba highway, what is the correct procedure when you want to change lanes?

Answer: Check mirrors, signal, check blind spot (shoulder check), and move over when safe

Safe lane changing requires checking all mirrors, signalling your intention, performing a shoulder check to cover blind spots, and then moving to the adjacent lane when it is confirmed clear and safe.

When driving on a Manitoba highway at night, when should you switch from high beams to low beams?

Answer: When oncoming traffic is within 150 metres or when following another vehicle within 60 metres

Manitoba requires you to switch to low beams when oncoming traffic is within 150 metres (500 feet) and when following another vehicle within 60 metres (200 feet). This prevents blinding other drivers.

On a Manitoba highway, what should you do when a large truck is passing you?

Answer: Maintain a steady speed and stay in your lane — do not speed up or slow down suddenly

When a truck is passing you, maintain a steady speed and stay in your lane. Do not speed up (which prolongs the pass) or brake suddenly (which can surprise the truck driver). A steady, predictable response is safest.

What is the 'stale green' light concept that Manitoba driving courses teach?

Answer: A green light that has been on for a long time and may turn yellow soon

A 'stale green' is a green light that has been green for a long time — meaning it could change to yellow at any moment. If you did not see it turn green, approach with the expectation that it may change soon and be prepared to stop.

On a Manitoba expressway with an HOV lane, who is permitted to use it?

Answer: Vehicles with the required minimum number of occupants as posted, plus buses and emergency vehicles

HOV (High Occupancy Vehicle) lanes require the minimum number of occupants indicated on the sign (typically 2+). Buses, emergency vehicles, and sometimes motorcycles are also permitted regardless of occupancy.