Are You Allowed to Stop on a Clearway?

In the simplest terms clearways are stretches of road where it is forbidden to stop your car for any reason at any time. ... Any car that does stop on a clearway must be pulled completely off the main carriageway so that it does not obstruct traffic in any way.

When can you stop on a clearway?

Explanation: Clearways are in place so that traffic can flow without the obstruction of parked vehicles. Just one parked vehicle can cause an obstruction for all other traffic. You mustn't stop where a clearway is in force, not even to pick up or set down passengers.

Can you drop off on a clearway?

A road designated as an urban clearway has fixed operating hours. In most cases, vehicles are not allowed to stop during these hours. ... Except during the hours that an urban clearway is in use, you are allowed to drop off or pick up passengers as long as you do not create an obstacle and only for the necessary period.

Sarah Jenkins

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