Restricted Lane Ahead Sign - Meaning

What does a Restricted Lane Ahead sign mean?

Restricted Lane Ahead signs are used to tell drivers that a lane is reserved for certain vehicles or certain purposes. The lanes are usually reserved for buses, carpool vehicles or other High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV).

What type of sign is a Restricted Lane Ahead sign?

The Restricted Lane Ahead is a regulatory sign. Regulatory signs set limits and control traffic.

What are the colors of a Restricted Lane Ahead sign?

Restricted Lane Ahead signs are black and white.

What shape are Restricted Lane Ahead signs?

Restricted Lane Ahead signs are in the shape or a rectangle, with black lettering and a white diamond-shaped marking.

Where are Restricted Lane Ahead signs commonly found?

Restricted Lane Ahead signs are used on some highly trafficked multi-lane roads to restrict access to a lane.

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Restricted Lane Ahead Sign - What To Do

When you see a Restricted Lane Ahead while driving on a multi-lane road:

• be aware that the lane is reserved for buses, carpool vehicles or other High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV)
• unless you are not driving a bus, carpool vehicle or High Occupancy Vehicle, do not travel in this lane