What is a Slow Lane?
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Fast lanes are for motor vehicles, while slow lanes are for non-motor vehicles. For motor vehicle lanes, the fast lane is the left lane, and the slow lane is the right lane. Motor vehicle traffic regulations state: On roads with two or more motor vehicle lanes in the same direction, the left lane is the fast lane, and the right lane is the slow lane. Vehicles driving in the fast lane should maintain the speed specified for the fast lane. If they cannot reach the specified speed, they should move to the slow lane. Below are some related details: 1. Motorcycles should drive in the far-right lane. If there are traffic signs indicating speed limits, drivers must adhere to the posted speeds. When a vehicle in the slow lane needs to overtake the vehicle in front, it may temporarily use the fast lane. 2. Different lanes on highways have different speed limits, which are indicated by road signs. When driving in different lanes, it is essential to comply with the speed limit regulations.
The slow lane we often talk about while driving is the rightmost lane, specifically designated for slower-moving vehicles. On highways, you'll notice that large trucks and tour buses prefer this lane because the speed limit is relatively low, usually around 60 to 80 km/h. In urban areas, the slow lane often mixes with buses and bicycles, and sometimes pedestrians may suddenly appear, so you must stay extremely alert when driving here. I've noticed that new drivers tend to cluster in the slow lane because driving slowly reduces pressure, but they should be careful not to get caught in the blind spots of large trucks. Additionally, the road surface condition in this lane is often the worst, frequently littered with small stones or oil stains, making it particularly slippery on rainy days.
