What is the correct way to overtake with a manual transmission?

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The correct method for overtaking with a manual transmission is as follows: 1. Observe the situation ahead: Before overtaking, assess the speed of the vehicle in front and confirm that it is moving relatively slowly. Only then consider overtaking. If you notice the vehicle ahead accelerating, refrain from overtaking to avoid potential accidents. 2. Use of lights: Always turn on the turn signal in advance when overtaking to alert both the vehicle ahead and those behind that you intend to overtake. Some drivers neglect to use turn signals out of laziness, which can lead to rear-end collisions if the following vehicle fails to notice and accelerates at the same time the overtaking vehicle changes direction. 3. Honking to signal: Before overtaking, honk the horn a few times to warn the vehicles ahead and behind, thereby reducing the risk of scratches through early warning. Additionally, in noisy driving conditions, especially when there are many vehicles, flashing the high and low beams can serve as an effective reminder.