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Why Must Overtaking Be Done on the Left Side?

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LaAlice

07/24/25 12:06am

Overtaking must be done on the left side for the following reasons: 1. Traffic laws stipulate that vehicles should keep to the right, so overtaking from the right can easily lead to collisions. 2. The driver's seat is on the left, providing a broader field of vision, making left-side overtaking safer. 3. Left-side overtaking aligns with human habits. Overtaking should be completed quickly under safe conditions, and the following key points should be noted: 1. Keep an eye on all directions. Before overtaking, always observe the condition of the lane you intend to use and the driving situation of the vehicles ahead of the car you plan to overtake. 2. Downshift to increase speed. To improve throttle response and increase torque for quicker acceleration, automatic transmission models should press the accelerator pedal to the floor quickly, while manual transmissions should downshift first and then press the accelerator pedal rapidly to accelerate. 3. Be flexible. Avoid continuous lane changes during overtaking. After completing a lane change, accelerate in a straight line, observe the rear to ensure safety, and then return to the original lane. 4. Slow down when encountering stationary vehicles. When overtaking a stationary vehicle ahead, especially on narrow roads, proceed slowly and be prepared to stop at any time to prevent a collision in case the stationary vehicle suddenly opens its door.

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Bradley

08/10/25 7:54pm

I've seen many car accident reports and believe that overtaking from the left is entirely for safety reasons. Over the years of driving, I've concluded that in countries where traffic keeps to the right, with the steering wheel on the left, overtaking from the left lane provides a much clearer view of the vehicles ahead and road conditions, preventing sudden appearances of pedestrians or obstacles. If overtaking from the right, the blind spot is larger, and if a small side road suddenly appears, there might not be enough time to react, leading to disaster. Traffic rules are set this way based on data, significantly reducing accident rates. When I'm on the highway, I always overtake from the left strictly, and once accustomed, it becomes much smoother. On city roads, extra caution is needed as bicycles or parked vehicles often occupy the right side, making left-side overtaking much safer. In short, safety comes first, and developing this habit makes driving much more reassuring.

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