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On a two-way carriageway with three lanes separated by broken lines, a lorry intends to overtake the vehicle ahead on its left. If the manoeuvre is permitted and safe, which lane should it use?

Correct answer

The centre lane, after checking that it can be used safely.

The centre lane. Normally use the right lane; the centre lane is only for necessary overtaking and left turns. Never travel in the far-left lane. Do not begin overtaking if an opposing road user already occupies the centre lane to overtake. Check space, visibility, signs and a safe return, and obey limits. A broken line alone does not make overtaking safe or permitted.

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  • The far-left lane.

  • The right shoulder, even without an emergency.

  • The centre lane, after checking that it can be used safely.

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