Use of Horns and Lights - Driver theory Test

If driving past a school or hospital zone

Horns must not be used near schools, hospitals, or quiet zones. Moroccan traffic law prohibits unnecessary noise in sensitive areas to minimize disturbance for children, patients, and local residents.

When visibility is low due to fog or heavy rain

Fog lights should be switched on when visibility drops below 100 meters in Moroccan rain or fog. These lights help drivers see road edges and alert other vehicles without causing glare.

At night driving on rural or poorly lit roads

Moroccan law requires low-beam headlights on after sunset. Headlight use ensures visibility on rural stretches and helps prevent collisions with pedestrians, animals, or stopped vehicles.

When overtaking another vehicle after dark

Drivers must dip headlights before and during overtaking at night. Lower beams avoid dazzling oncoming and overtaken drivers, reducing nighttime accident risks.

Using emergency hazard lights while stopped in traffic

Emergency hazard lights are used only when the vehicle is stopped due to breakdown or obstruction, warning others to slow down or avoid the area for safety.

While indicating a turn at intersections or lane changes

Drivers must use indicator lights well in advance of turning or changing lanes, allowing other road users to anticipate movement and preventing confusion or collisions.

When you need to warn a pedestrian or cyclist of danger

Horns should be used only to alert road users of immediate risk, not as a routine signal or for impatience. Responsible use prevents accidents without causing noise pollution.

If driving in urban rush hour traffic

Horn use should be reserved for emergency situations in Moroccan cities. Non-essential use is discouraged and may be penalized, reducing stress and keeping traffic quieter.

When approaching a blind curve

A short horn signal is allowed on blind bends or mountain roads to warn unseen drivers or pedestrians, helping prevent head-on or surprise encounters in tight spaces.

If headlights cause glare for other drivers at night

Headlight beams should be checked and dipped to avoid blinding other motorists. Moroccan law requires proper adjustment when vehicles approach or follow close behind.

When parking on a poorly lit street after sunset

Vehicles parked on dark streets must display parking lights or side marker lights after dusk, making them visible to passing traffic and enhancing nighttime safety.

If fog lifts and visibility improves

Fog lights must be switched off once normal visibility resumes. Continuous fog light use in clear conditions dazzles other drivers and is prohibited by Moroccan road rules.

When signaling an emergency stop at night or in poor weather

Use hazard and dipped headlights to alert other road users during night or weather-related emergency stops. Full lighting maximizes visibility and improves traffic safety.

If driving behind another vehicle at night

Drivers must keep headlights dipped when following another car to avoid creating glare in the rearview mirror, promoting safer and more comfortable night driving.

When approaching a pedestrian crossing in the evening

Briefly flashing headlights may be used to alert waiting pedestrians of your presence at crossings in low light, supporting mutual awareness without using the horn unnecessarily.

You had a roadside breakdown after dark

Combining hazard lights and dipped headlights helps make a broken-down vehicle visible to passing traffic, minimizing accident hazards until assistance arrives.

When leaving a well-lit city street for a dark rural road

Before entering unlit stretches, change to low-beam headlights for safe navigation and compliance. This changeover avoids glare and keeps road edges visible.

While going through tunnels during the day

Headlights should be switched on inside tunnels regardless of outside light. Extra lighting ensures visibility for all vehicles and pedestrians within confined tunnel spaces.

If overtaking in rainy or misty daytime conditions

Proper use of indicators before overtaking is required in rain or mist, supporting safe lane changes and clear intentions for all road users.

When horn is used to greet other drivers or celebrate

Moroccan law prohibits using the horn for greetings, celebrations, or non-safety purposes. Excessive or non-essential honking is considered public nuisance and is fined.