After starting to overtake, you realise you won't be able to complete the manoeuvre safely because a vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction. What should you do?

Correct answer

Slow down and return to my lane as soon as possible.

When we start to overtake and realise that the manoeuvre cannot be completed safely, it is crucial to prioritise safety and avoid a potential head-on collision. This means the driver must:Reduce speed: Slow down in a controlled way to make it easier to return to the lane. Return to the original lane: Move back into the lane from which the overtaking manoeuvre was started, making sure to do so as soon as possible, but safely, so as not to interfere with the vehicle approaching from the front and without endangering any vehicles that may be behind. Use of signals: Use the appropriate indicator signals to communicate the intention to other drivers