Is overtaking allowed on one-way roads?
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Overtaking is permitted on one-way roads as long as the lanes are separated by dashed lines. If overtaking occurs over solid lines, according to Article 90 of the 'Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China,' drivers violating traffic regulations regarding road usage will be given a warning or fined between 20 and 200 yuan. Below are key considerations for safe overtaking: 1. Basic overtaking maneuvers: The process involves accelerating and merging into the adjacent lane, accelerating past the target vehicle until a safe distance is achieved, and then merging back into the original lane. 2. Correct timing for overtaking: Consider overtaking when the vehicle ahead significantly slows down the traffic flow due to its own issues and there is a safe adjacent lane available. 3. Comprehensive observation during overtaking: Always check the condition of the lane you intend to merge into and the movement of vehicles ahead. Additionally, observe whether the vehicle in front is about to overtake another vehicle before initiating your maneuver.