Is it allowed to overtake on the right side of a car?
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Overtaking on the right side is not allowed and is considered illegal. Below are the reasons why overtaking on the right is prohibited and the correct method for overtaking: Reasons why overtaking on the right is not allowed: In left-hand drive vehicles, the driver's blind spot on the right side is relatively large, making it easy to overlook vehicles in this position. If a vehicle behind attempts to overtake on the right and fails to be noticed in time, and the vehicle in front changes lanes to the right, a collision is highly likely to occur. Correct method for overtaking: Activate the left turn signal to indicate the intention to overtake and alert the vehicle being overtaken. Observe the traffic conditions behind and to the left using the interior and exterior rearview mirrors. Once it is confirmed to be safe, proceed to overtake. After the vehicle in front yields, maintain a safe distance and overtake from the left side. After completing the overtaking maneuver, activate the right turn signal and gradually steer back to the original lane without affecting the normal driving of the overtaken vehicle. Then, turn off the turn signal.