You are driving on a motorway at 60 km/h in a truck with a 4 t gross vehicle weight rating. What distance must you maintain to the vehicle ahead?

According to German traffic rules, when driving a truck with a gross vehicle weight over 3.5 tons on a motorway, you must keep a minimum distance of 50 meters to the vehicle in front. This rule ensures you have enough space to stop safely in case of sudden braking, considering the longer braking distances heavier vehicles require. Maintaining this distance helps prevent accidents and allows for smoother traffic flow. This minimum distance is specifically set to enhance safety for heavy vehicles on high-speed roads.