What is the meaning of this traffic sign?
- Temporary narrow passage ahead.
- You may drive faster, because you reached the end of the tunnel.
- Beware, large ditch ahead.
- Tunnel ahead.· Correct answer
Explanation
Sign 138 warns of a tunnel on the road ahead. In a tunnel you must turn on your lights, keep your distance, and refrain from overtaking. You should prepare for a change in lighting conditions.
How to approach it
Tunnel symbol = tunnel ahead
tunnelon the road ahead
Common mistake
Confusing the tunnel-entrance sign with the end-of-tunnel sign
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