From March 1, new rules for taxi and public transport drivers will come into force in Russia. “Parliamentary newspaper”.
With the start of calendar spring, a government decree will go into effect with new rules for examining drivers for alcohol poisoning. Now the procedure can be performed on site with video recording or in the presence of two witnesses.
From March 1, the roundabout rules will also change. From now on, the main person in the circle will be the one who enters from the road with the “Main Road” sign, not as before, where the drivers in the circle take priority and those who enter the circle. surrender to them.
The publication also reminds of the emergence of new road signs, in particular, “Moving in personal transport is prohibited” and “Charging cars”. The “Do Not Park” sign will be available in two versions, a coin sign (paid parking) and a wheelchair user’s picture (to indicate places for the disabled).
The changes will also affect pedestrians. For example, a pedestrian can use the bike paths but must give way to cyclists. The newspaper writes that the concept of irregular pedestrian crossing has also disappeared. Rules now oblige pedestrians to look around at any crossing, with or without a traffic light.
Previously reportedThe government of the Russian Federation has extended the simplified requirements for vehicle certification until June 1, 2023.