Ch. 4 · Pre-Drive Conduct

Which of the following is NOT listed in the Rules of the Road as something you must confirm before driving a vehicle?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: C: The vehicle has a vehicle insurance certificate

Explanation

The Rules of the Road, Chapter 4, Section 1, 1(1) lists the driver's license, vehicle inspection certificate (shaken), compulsory automobile liability insurance certificate, and emergency signal equipment as items to confirm, but does not mention vehicle insurance certificates.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset

Hikari
Hikari
I'd guess vehicle insurance isn't required, but it seems like something you should confirm anyway.
Misaki
Misaki
Good instinct. The correct answer is vehicle insurance certificates—they're not on the official checklist. You do need to confirm your license, vehicle inspection certificate, compulsory liability insurance, and emergency equipment.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh, so there's compulsory insurance but regular insurance isn't listed?
Misaki
Misaki
Exactly. The law requires compulsory liability insurance, but standard vehicle insurance isn't part of the pre-drive confirmation.

Source: Ch. 4 Pre-Drive Conduct · Section (第１節 運転に当たつての注意) · 1(1)ア~キ 自動車を運転する前には、必ず次のことを確かめましょう。

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