What is the left lane?
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In a road with 3 lanes in the same direction, the far left lane is the overtaking lane for small vehicles. In a road with 2 lanes in the same direction, the left lane is the overtaking lane. The overtaking lane, also known as the fast lane, generally serves both driving and overtaking functions, so vehicles traveling in this lane tend to move faster. When approaching an intersection, the leftmost lane is usually designated for left turns and going straight. At larger intersections, the leftmost lane may be exclusively for left turns. The sign indicating to keep left is a white arrow on a blue background. Here are some considerations when driving in the left lane: Drivers in the fast lane may face confusion at intersections. As they approach the intersection, they might find that the leftmost lane only allows going straight, turning left, or making a U-turn. For drivers who intended to go straight but see signs indicating only left turns or U-turns, and with solid lane markings on both sides, they cannot change lanes or proceed straight and must either turn left or make a U-turn, requiring them to replan their route. Drivers may choose to drive in the middle lane, which offers greater flexibility. They can move to the left lane for overtaking or to the right lane to exit the road, giving them more control during their drive.
