What Argentina’s Inverted Triangle Sign with a Red Border Means

The inverted triangle with a white center and red border is Argentina’s “Give Way” sign, identified as R.28 in the country’s Uniform Road Sign System. Its distinctive shape lets drivers recognize it quickly, even before they can read the wording inside.

The sign appears at intersections, roundabouts and other locations where traffic priorities need to be clearly established. It tells the driver who encounters it to give way to vehicles traveling along the intersecting road.

“Give Way” does not always require the vehicle to stop completely. Drivers must approach at a speed that allows them to assess traffic and stop if necessary. If no vehicle with priority is approaching and the crossing can be made safely, a full stop is not mandatory.

That differs from a “Stop” sign, which requires the vehicle to come to a complete halt before continuing, regardless of whether another road user appears to be approaching. In Argentina, the R.28 sign has a black “CEDA EL PASO” inscription, and road markings may reinforce the instruction on the pavement.