Why Overtake on the Left Side?
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Traffic regulations stipulate that vehicles should keep to the right. Overtaking from the right side can easily lead to collisions with adjacent vehicles. Additionally, the driver's seat is positioned on the left, providing a broader field of vision, making left-side overtaking safer. Moreover, left-side overtaking aligns with common driving habits. Below are additional details: 1. Reasons why right-side overtaking is dangerous: Primarily due to blind spots in left-hand drive vehicles. For left-hand drive cars, the blind spot on the right side of the driver is larger, significantly limiting visibility. Drivers may easily overlook vehicles in this position. If the vehicle being overtaken fails to promptly notice the violating vehicle on the right and changes lanes to the right, it can result in a collision with the "right-side overtaking" vehicle. Right-side overtaking is explicitly prohibited by traffic laws. In the event of a traffic accident, traffic police will investigate whether "right-side overtaking" occurred. If confirmed, corresponding penalties will be imposed. 2. Overtaking precautions: (1) Stay alert. Before overtaking, always observe the condition of the intended lane and the driving status of the vehicle ahead of the one you plan to overtake. (2) Downshift to accelerate. To enhance throttle response and increase torque for quicker acceleration. For automatic transmission models, quickly press the accelerator pedal to the floor. For manual transmissions, first downshift, then rapidly press the accelerator to accelerate. (3) Be flexible. Avoid consecutive 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) Proceed with caution when encountering stationary vehicles. When overtaking a stationary vehicle ahead, especially on narrow roads, do so slowly and be prepared to stop at any time to prevent sudden door openings by the stationary vehicle, which could lead to collisions.