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Reduce speed to make the overtaking manoeuvre easier.
As a general rule, reduce speed if danger arises after the overtaking manoeuvre has begun, under article 86.2. Do not accelerate or obstruct it. There is an exception: if the overtaking driver clearly abandons the manoeuvre by slowing, you need not slow when doing so would endanger traffic, but must help them return to their lane. Act smoothly and allow space; facilitating the manoeuvre does not guarantee safety in every case.
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Increase speed to prevent the overtaking manoeuvre.
Maintain speed, the problem only affects the overtaking vehicle.
Reduce speed to make the overtaking manoeuvre easier.
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