What are the regulations for overtaking motor vehicles?

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VonAnnie
07/28/25 5:01pm
Here are the relevant regulations for overtaking motor vehicles: 1. Turn on the left turn signal in advance, switch between high and low beams, or sound the horn. On roads without a center line or with only one motor vehicle lane in the same direction, when the leading vehicle receives an overtaking signal from the following vehicle, it should reduce speed and move to the right to give way if conditions permit. The following vehicle should overtake from the left side of the leading vehicle after confirming there is sufficient safe distance, and after maintaining a necessary safe distance from the overtaken vehicle, turn on the right turn signal and return to the original lane. 2. Overtaking is not allowed when there is a possibility of meeting an oncoming vehicle, when the leading vehicle is turning left, making a U-turn, or overtaking, when the leading vehicle is a police car, fire truck, ambulance, or engineering rescue vehicle performing emergency tasks, or when passing through railway crossings, intersections, narrow bridges, curves, steep slopes, tunnels, pedestrian crossings, or sections with heavy urban traffic where overtaking conditions are not met. 3. Overtaking is not allowed on highway ramps, acceleration lanes, or deceleration lanes.
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AdelynMarie
08/11/25 11:33pm
With over twenty years of driving experience, I understand that overtaking truly tests one's safety awareness. According to regulations, vehicles must overtake from the left lane and never from the right unless under special circumstances. Before overtaking, activate the left turn signal for at least three seconds, ensuring the rearview mirror and blind spots are clear of other vehicles. Overtaking is strictly prohibited if the vehicle ahead is also overtaking or if the road has curves or hilltops. Maintaining a safe distance is crucial—at least 100 meters on highways and 50 meters in urban areas—don't tailgate. Overtaking in rain or at night is riskier; slow down and confirm road conditions. Once, I nearly had an accident because I missed checking the blind spot—now I always double-check both sides. After overtaking, return to the original lane promptly to avoid obstructing traffic. Remember, safety comes first—don't rush those few seconds.
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