Driving too slow — Connecticut Permit Test

Driving too slow on the Connecticut permit test — 2 rules, each with the reason behind it and a question on it while it is fresh.

The rules

Going much slower than other vehicles can be just as bad as speeding, because it makes traffic bunch up behind you and forces others to pass.

Every pass is a chance for a crash, and a slow driver is manufacturing them one car at a time.

Going much slower than other vehicles can be just as bad as speeding.

Connecticut Driver's Manual, p.36

If vehicles are piled up behind you, pull over when it is safe to do so and let them pass.

Letting the line of traffic go costs you a few seconds and removes every reason for anyone to take a risk around you.

If vehicles are piled up behind you, pull over when it is safe to do so and let them pass.

Connecticut Driver's Manual, p.36

On the test

What is the problem with driving much slower than surrounding traffic?

It makes vehicles bunch up and forces others to pass. Every pass is a chance for a crash, and a slow driver is manufacturing them one car at a time. Connecticut Driver's Manual, p.36: “Going much slower than other vehicles can be just as bad as speeding.”

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Where these come from

Every rule here is checked against Connecticut Driver's Manual, published by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-09-16.