Charging Station
The sign indicates the direction to a charging station for electric vehicles
When You See This Sign
When you see H27 you should prepare in good time for a possible exit toward the indicated charging station: reduce speed, signal, and follow the arrow. Look for and follow any supplementary signs on site that state who may park, times, and fees before you stop to charge.
Rules & Regulations
- H27 is a location sign indicating the direction to a charging station for electric vehicles and belongs to the H-series (location/service).
- The sign's instruction is informational and does not impose any duty to yield, right-of-way, or compulsory driving direction; normal road rules continue to apply.
- Parking and use of the charging space are often regulated by a supplementary sign (e.g., 'electric vehicles only while charging' or time limits); follow these local instructions.
- The presence of the sign does not guarantee functioning or free charging — fees, availability, and technical conditions are determined by the charging operator.
Tips for Drivers
- Brake and signal in good time if you intend to turn off toward the indicated charging station, so following road users can easily anticipate your maneuver.
- Read any supplementary signs at the location carefully that state who may park, times, or fees — these often determine whether you are allowed to stop there.
- Be prepared that charging spaces may be occupied; plan alternative charging stops via apps or maps if you depend on charging.
- When entering a service area for charging, be aware of pedestrians, cyclists, and cables across the roadway and park correctly in the marked bay.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that the sign gives priority or that you must turn off — it only provides directional information.
- Assuming that all parking spaces by the sign can be used by any vehicle; many spaces are reserved or restricted to vehicles that are charging.
- Assuming that charging is free or always available around the clock because the sign does not indicate price or operating hours.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Charging Station
What is expected of you when you see this sign and are driving an electric car?
- A It indicates the direction to a charging station for electric vehicles.
- B It indicates the direction to a petrol and diesel filling station.
- C It indicates that the area is intended for pedestrians only.
- D It indicates a parking area with a time limit.
Exam Tip
On the theory test you may be asked a question that tries to make you believe H27 grants priority or parking rights — the correct answer is that it is an informational sign without priority effect; always check supplementary signs for parking rules.
Did You Know?
H27 is a relatively new type of location sign that has become more common with the expansion of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles; you often find it at rest areas, shopping centers, parking garages, and service locations along major roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the sign mean I may park there as usual?
No. H27 only indicates the direction to a charging station. Parking and use are often governed by a supplementary sign (e.g., 'only while charging') or by local parking regulations.
Does the sign give me priority or any other traffic right?
No. The sign is informational and does not change yielding or priority rules. Follow the normal traffic rules and road signs that govern priority.
Does H27 indicate whether the charging station is free or open 24/7?
No. The sign only indicates direction. Fees, opening hours, and technical availability are not shown on the sign but are provided by the operator or on-site via supplementary signage.
Do I have to use the specific charging station the sign points to if I drive an electric car?
No. The sign informs where a charging station is located. The choice to stop and charge is voluntary and you may choose a different station if you prefer.
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