Ch. 4 · Pre-Drive Conduct

When loading cargo, you must not load it in a way that makes the tail lights, brake lights, turn signals, or license plate difficult to see from behind.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

This statement is correct. The Rules of the Road state that the method of loading cargo must not make turn signals, license plates, brake lights, tail lights, and other equipment difficult to see from outside, or interfere with driving or getting in and out of the vehicle. These lights and signs are important means of communicating information to following vehicles and other traffic, and must always be visible. (Rules of the Road, Chapter 4, Section 4: Riding and Loading)

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 11: Carrying passengers and loading

Hikari
Hikari
As long as the cargo is tied down, it's fine, right?
Misaki
Misaki
The statement is true — you must also keep your tail lights, brake lights, signals, and plate visible from behind.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh, so it's not just about the load staying on?
Misaki
Misaki
Correct. Those lights are how you communicate with drivers behind you — block them and you're a hazard.

Source: Ch. 4 Pre-Drive Conduct · Section (第４節 乗車と積載) · 第４節 乗車と積載

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