HGV Smart Motorway Rules UK 2026: Variable Speed Limits, Red X Signs and Breakdowns

Complete guide to HGV smart motorway rules UK 2026. Variable speed limits, Red X signs, All Lane Running, Emergency Refuge Areas, stopped vehicle detection.

Smart motorways use variable speed limits, Red X lane closure signs, and All Lane Running to manage traffic. This guide explains what HGV drivers must know about smart motorway rules, Emergency Refuge Areas, and what to do if you break down.

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