Open 24 Hours
The sign indicates that the facility is open 24 hours a day.
When You See This Sign
When you see T25 under another sign you know that the specified facility is normally available around the clock. Continue to follow the primary sign and local instructions (e.g., parking, fee, or speed) even if T25 shows the opening hours.
Rules & Regulations
- T25 is a supplementary plate that is always mounted under a primary sign and indicates that the specified facility is open around the clock.
- The supplementary plate does not change the traffic rules or rights of the primary sign – it only describes the opening hours of the service or facility.
- The sign’s information applies as long as it is attached to the primary sign; temporary deviations (e.g., maintenance or strike) may occur despite the plate’s text.
- T25 may only be used in accordance with the regulations of the Swedish Transport Administration and the Swedish Transport Agency and must be mounted visibly under the relevant primary sign.
Tips for Drivers
- Assume that the service is normally available around the clock, for example a rest area, gas station, or electric charger, but check signs or symbols for any fees or restrictions.
- When planning an overnight stop this sign can help you choose a place that is normally open, but also look for safety and parking regulations at the location.
- Keep in mind that T25 says nothing about costs or time limits – if the primary sign shows a fee or parking time, those still apply.
- If T25 is placed under a direction sign it can facilitate navigation to open service points at night; follow the primary sign for the remaining rules.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that T25 gives priority or affects the traffic rules that apply to the primary sign.
- Assuming that 'open around the clock' guarantees the facility is never closed; temporary deviations may occur.
- Confusing T25 with a sign that removes fees or parking restrictions – it only indicates opening hours.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Open 24 Hours
How should you interpret this supplementary sign mounted under a sign?
- A The facility or rule applies around the clock.
- B The sign applies only on weekdays.
- C The sign applies only during daytime between sunrise and sunset.
- D The sign applies only at night.
Exam Tip
On the theory test a question might try to get you to believe that T25 legally changes the primary sign (e.g., removes a fee or changes priority). The correct answer is that T25 only informs about opening hours and does not change the rules indicated by the primary sign.
Did You Know?
T25 is one of several supplementary plates used to provide complementary information to primary signs and is often seen under parking, fuel, or service pictograms. It was introduced to simplify navigation to night-open services, but must not be used alone and always in combination with a primary sign.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does T25 apply even if the primary sign shows time-limited parking?
Yes, T25 only states that the facility is open around the clock. If the primary sign indicates time limits or a fee, these still apply.
Can T25 stand on its own without a primary sign?
No, T25 is a supplementary plate and must always be mounted under a primary sign that shows which facility or service is open.
Does T25 mean the facility never closes, even for maintenance?
No. T25 shows normal opening hours but temporary closures or deviations may occur. Check local notices if in doubt.
Can T25 display other time indications than around the clock?
No. T25 specifically indicates 'open around the clock'. For other opening hours other supplementary plates with specific times or text are used.
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