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Driving in Norway
Choose the right route
Norway has a very complex network of roads with major differences in road quality. Unfortunately people do choose the wrong routes, and if the vehicle is fitted with poor tyres and is not carrying chains, accidents can easily occur.
Shortcuts can be full of obstacles that are not mar- ked on maps. These may include narrow roads with sharp bends and poor road surfaces.
Ferry crossings are an important part of many routes. You will also encounter toll plazas on many of our roads. There are charges for the use of ferries and toll roads.
Road sections with limited traffic flow
Some of the road network in Norway – national roads included – can be very challenging in winter. This is particularly the case for hilly road sections and especially during periods of heavy precipita- tion. In these situations, twin-axle tractor units and semitrailers (even when equipped with winter tyres and/or chains) may have problems with reaching their destinations.
These road sections should be avoided during peri- ods of heavy precipitation and when the roads are slippery. It is necessary to anticipate temporary bans on heavy vehicles during periods when driving conditions are difficult.
Vehicles that get stuck and obstruct other motorists may be towed away and impounded until the public authorities have received payment for costs incur- red in this regard.
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5 important checkpoints
WRONG
RIGHT
Load correct
Use chains
Use winter tyres
Take breaks
Choosetherightroute
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