In Austrian vehicle safety and driving technique, is it permitted to secure a trailer breakaway cable by merely looping it loosely over the tow-ball in Austria?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B. No, it must be clipped

  1. Step 1: In Austria (and several neighboring countries), the breakaway cable must be securely fastened to a fixed eyelet or retention clamp, not simply slung over the removable ball. Answer: No, it must be clipped. Why not the others: Yes, looping it loosely over the ball neck is the only legal method, Yes, provided the tow-ball is lubricated with lithium grease and Yes, if towing an unbraked light cargo trailer under 750 kg do not reflect Austrian technical safety guidelines.

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