Ch. 4 · Pre-Drive Conduct

Emergency signaling devices such as flares and red lamps must be installed.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

The "Equipment inspection" section of the Rules of the Road states: "Emergency signaling devices such as flares and red lamps must be installed." This is a requirement for all vehicles.

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 9: Vehicle maintenance

Hikari
Hikari
Wait, flares? I thought those were only for big trucks or something.
Misaki
Misaki
Actually, all vehicles must carry emergency signaling devices like flares or red lamps. It's a required piece of equipment.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh, so even my car needs one?
Misaki
Misaki
Correct. If you break down at night, you'll need it to warn other drivers.

Source: Ch. 4 Pre-Drive Conduct · Section (第３節 自動車の点検) · 発炎筒、赤ランプなどの非常信号用具を備えなければなりません。

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