Should You Downshift When Overtaking on the Highway?

[Jensen]

Highway overtaking requires downshifting. Below are precautions for driving on highways: 1. Overtaking: Exercise extreme caution when overtaking on highways. Always use turn signals before overtaking and pass from the overtaking lane. Avoid developing the bad habit of overtaking from the right side. After signaling, do not immediately overtake; also check the rear traffic conditions. When overtaking conditions permit, accelerate while maintaining a 1.5-meter lateral distance from the vehicle ahead. 2. Maintaining longitudinal distance: Generally, on dry roads with good braking conditions, the distance between vehicles (in meters) should not be less than the speed value (in km/h). For example, maintain at least 80m at 80km/h and 100m at 100km/h.