Is Overtaking on the Right Side Allowed?

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China's traffic laws explicitly state that "overtaking on the right side" is a traffic violation and strictly prohibited. In mainland China, traffic generally keeps to the right, leaving the left side as the usual space for overtaking. Overtaking on the right can easily lead to collisions with pedestrians and is highly unsafe. Below are relevant details about overtaking: Definition of Overtaking: Overtaking refers to the process where a following vehicle changes lanes to the rear side of the vehicle ahead, passes it, and then returns to the original lane. The lane typically used for overtaking is the inner lane, which is closer to the center of the road and farther from the shoulder. Dangers of Improper Overtaking: In regions where traffic keeps to the left, the overtaking lane is the right lane. According to regulations: drivers who overtake on the right side will be penalized with 3 demerit points and a fine of up to 200 RMB. The right side is the blind spot for left-hand drive vehicles, severely limiting visibility. Vehicles being overtaken may not notice the violating vehicle on the right, increasing the risk of collision when changing lanes to the right.