Ch. 11 · Owner & Manager

Which of the following statements about vehicle storage locations is correct?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: B: It must be secured within 2 kilometers of the principal place of use, in a place other than a road

Explanation

The Rules of the Road, Section 1, 1(1) states: "You must secure a vehicle storage location within 2 kilometers of the principal place of use, in a place other than a road." The distance must be within 2 kilometers and must be a place other than a road.

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 14: Vehicle owner responsibilities and insurance

Hikari
Hikari
One kilometer sounds about right for parking near your place, doesn't it?
Yui
Yui
Actually, the rule says within two kilometers of where you mainly use the vehicle, and it has to be off the road—so no street parking counts.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh wow, I was way too strict on the distance!
Yui
Yui
Yep! Just remember: two kilometers and off-road—those two details are key.

Source: Ch. 11 Owner & Manager · Section (第1節 自動車所有者などの義務) · Rules of the Road, Chapter 11, Section 1 / 1. Securing a Parking Place (1): The parking place must be within 2 km of the principal place of use, and off the road.

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