How to Signal When Overtaking the Vehicle Ahead?
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Overtaking the vehicle ahead involves the following signaling methods: 1. Turn on the left turn signal, observe the rear-view mirror to check for vehicles behind, and pay attention to changes in traffic conditions ahead; 2. Honk the horn or alternately switch between high and low beams to alert the vehicle ahead. Overtaking should be done from the left side for the following reasons: different driving styles, obstructed visibility when overtaking from the right, which compromises safety, while the left side provides better visibility, requiring only a slight deviation to the left to observe the road ahead. Precautions for overtaking include: 1. Choose the right moment to overtake, when there are fewer vehicles ahead or behind or the road is relatively flat; 2. Activate the left turn signal in advance to alert vehicles behind, and return to the normal lane promptly after overtaking; 3. Use the horn appropriately to alert the vehicle ahead of your intention to overtake and to yield; 4. Use high beams and hazard lights in combination to alert oncoming vehicles for safety; 5. Avoid forcing an overtake.