Which side to overtake from?
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Overtaking should be done from the left side. The following vehicle only needs to deviate minimally to the left within the lane for the driver to observe whether overtaking is possible ahead, ensuring greater safety. Overtaking from the right requires the vehicle to shift right relative to the car in front to observe the road conditions ahead and determine if overtaking is feasible, which undoubtedly increases the risk of accidents. According to the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China: overtaking is strictly prohibited at intersections, steep slopes, sharp curves, and other hazardous sections; during adverse weather conditions such as rain or fog; when the vehicle ahead signals a left turn, U-turn, or is in the process of overtaking; and in areas with no-overtaking signs.
Hey, when it comes to overtaking, you gotta do it properly from the left side. I'm a regular long-distance driver, spent most of my life on highways. Every time before overtaking, I always check the left rearview mirror, signal, and then steadily accelerate past. The right lane is the slow lane—don’t squeeze in from the right; that’s illegal and dangerous. One slip-up, and you could get rear-ended or slapped with a ticket. A former colleague of mine got into an accident from overtaking on the right and ended up paying for repairs out of pocket. When overtaking, make sure you have clear visibility ahead and enough distance—don’t rush for speed. Once you make it a habit, the road becomes safer, and you’ll save yourself a lot of trouble. Oh, and remember, on some mountain roads or curves, overtaking from the left gives you a wider view, avoiding blind-spot collisions. The rules are there to protect everyone’s lives!
