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As a general rule, is overtaking allowed on Spanish autopistas and autovías?

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Yes, subject to regulation and safe conditions.

Yes, subject to signs, markings, speed limits and manoeuvre rules. Normally overtake on the left, checking space and safety without obstructing other users. General permission does not mean overtaking is allowed everywhere or in every circumstance, or that all rules are identical to those on other roads.

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  • Yes, subject to regulation and safe conditions.

  • No, it is completely prohibited on both.

  • Only on autovías; it is always prohibited on autopistas.

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