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Know your M14: The Yield Line Tells You Where to Give Way Safely

M14 - Yield Line Swedish road sign meaning

The M14 Yield Line is a road marking that indicates the position where you must yield to other traffic. It's not always a solid stop, but you must be prepared to stop and ensure the way is clear before proceeding. This line helps create a predictable interaction at junctions and intersections, ensuring you don't enter a conflict area with cross traffic, cyclists, or pedestrians. Always position your vehicle so you can observe safely before crossing it.

About the M14 - Yield Line road sign

Learn the key details of the M14 - Yield Line road sign, including its function, what it communicates to drivers, and how it applies in real traffic situations in Sweden. Use this overview to understand the sign clearly and recognise it confidently during the Swedish driving theory exam.

Definition of M14

The yield line shows where you should stop or slow to yield, depending on the situation and traffic flow. It supports clear interactions at junctions by defining a predictable waiting point. Crossing the line when you must yield can create conflicts with cross traffic, cyclists, or pedestrians. Use it to position the vehicle so you can observe safely without entering the conflict area.

Meaning of M14

A line indicating where you should not pass when you are required to give way. It marks the recommended yielding position.

Allowed actions for M14

Slow down and be ready to stop at the lineStop at the line if traffic requires itProceed only when the way is clear and you will not disrupt others

Prohibited actions for M14

Passing the line into the junction when you must yieldForcing other traffic to brakeStopping in a way that blocks crosswalks or cycle crossings

M14 - Yield Line road sign FAQ

Get clear, practical answers to the most common questions about the M14 - Yield Line road sign. Learn how the sign works, what rules it represents, and how it affects real driving situations. This FAQ strengthens your understanding and supports accurate decision making for the Swedish driving theory exam in Sweden.

What is the main purpose of the M14 Yield Line road sign?

The M14 Yield Line marks the point on the road where you are required to give way to other traffic. It helps define your yielding position, ensuring you can assess traffic safely before entering an intersection or junction.

Do I always need to stop at an M14 Yield Line?

Not always. 'Yield' means you must be ready to stop if necessary. You only need to stop if traffic conditions require it. If the way is clear and proceeding will not disrupt others, you can proceed cautiously without a full stop, but always be prepared to stop.

What are common mistakes learners make with the M14 Yield Line?

A common mistake is not yielding properly, meaning entering the intersection without checking for cross traffic or disrupting others. Another error is not being prepared to stop, especially if visibility is poor. Learners might also force other traffic to brake, which is prohibited.

How does the M14 Yield Line relate to 'priority lines' or 'give way lines'?

The M14 Yield Line is essentially a 'give way line' or 'priority line' painted on the road. Its purpose is to visually reinforce the legal requirement to yield, helping drivers understand exactly where they should position themselves to assess and give way to other traffic.

What should I do if visibility is poor at an M14 Yield Line?

If visibility is poor due to weather, parked vehicles, or road layout, you should exercise extra caution. This often means slowing down more significantly or even coming to a complete stop at the M14 line to ensure you can see oncoming traffic or potential hazards before moving forward.

M14 - Yield Line road sign image

A clear reference image of the M14 - Yield Line road sign used in Sweden.

M14 - Yield Line road sign

Other names for the M14 - Yield Line

The M14 - Yield Line road sign may also be known by these alternative names or terms.

Give way lineYield markingPriority line

Road Markings (M) road sign category

The M14 - Yield Line road sign is part of the Road Markings (M) category, which groups together signs with similar rules and functions.

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