Motor gate: what it means
Sign W315, W316, W317
What it means
There is a motor gate ahead. It can be to the left, to the right or in the middle of the road.
What you must do
Slow down and make sure there is no oncoming traffic about to cross the same gate.
Where you see it
Especially on rural roads.
Remember
Check for oncoming traffic before you reach the motor gate.
Look at the sign in front of you to see where the motor gate is: left, right or middle. What you must do is the same each time.
Test yourself
Question 1
True or false?
The Motor gate warning sign is found especially on roads in urban areas.
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Answer: False
The Motor gate sign is found mostly on rural roads, not on roads in towns.
Question 2
The Motor gate signs warn of a motor gate in one of three positions. Which ONE of the following is NOT one of those positions?
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Answer: B: At a railway crossing
The sign warns of a motor gate to the left, to the right or in the middle of the road.
Question 3
At which of these signs must a driver slow down and make sure that no oncoming traffic is about to cross the same gate?
A B C Show answer
Answer: Picture B
At a Motor gate sign you must slow down and check that no oncoming traffic is about to cross.
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