Quebec driver's license
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http://www.saaq.qc.ca/en/driver_licence/new_driver/index.php
Rules of the road
- must dim headlights at 150m at night
- must slow down for passing cars
- default speed in cities is 50km/h
- default minimum speed of an expressway: 60km/h
- default maximum speed of an expressway: 100km/h
- on gravel roads max is 70km/h
- studded tires can be used between Oct 15 and May 1
- after passing, must move back into right lane after vehicle is visible from inside mirror
- two facing cars must both pass in front when turning left at intersection (??)
- 15 demerit points before losing a license
- switch to low beams in fog at 150m
- must park 5 meters from a hydrant
- must stop 5 meters from flashing light school bus
- discourage tailgaters by slowing down
- at flashing green light, proceed in any direction
- buses, minibuses, and all vehicles transporting dangerous materials must stop at railway crossings
- must stop 5m from level railway crossing
- restricted license available for working hours only if license is taken away
- license revoked & criminal charge for impaired charge
- at an intersection turning left, tap horn for pedestrian (???)
- demerit points removed two years after conviction or payment
- fee for license varies if the area has a transit system
- braking distance doubles with speed (2x speed, 4x braking)
- avoid glare at night by wearing tinted lenses (???)
- while driving around a curve slow down before the curve, maintain speed rounding the curve, accelerate when exiting
- when allowed to make a right turn at a red light, must stop first
Signs
- white cross on green background - emergency stop
Practice tests
http://www.yd.com/test.aspx?path=stream539
http://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/services-saaqclic/public/en/questionnaire.htm