As a driver, can you walk away from a vehicle while the engine is running?
Show the correct answer
Correct answer
C. No.
Explanation
A driver must not walk away from the vehicle while the engine is running - the correct answer is C. There is no time limit here such as "one minute" (B): the ban always applies. A car with a running engine can be stolen in a few seconds, and if it is left in gear or without the parking brake - it can move off by itself.
The Road Traffic Act prohibits the driver from walking away from the vehicle while the engine is running, and separately prohibits leaving the engine running while parked in a built-up area, because this pollutes the air and makes noise for no reason. Before leaving the car, you switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and lock the vehicle.
Legal basis: Art. 60 para. 2 point 1 and 3 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)