The shoulder is reserved for emergencies and stopping, not for maneuvering around traffic.

Overtaking requires enough space and visibility to return without endangering others.

Proper signaling alerts other road users and prevents confusion or sudden reactions.

Holding a predictable path helps the overtaking vehicle pass safely.

Signaling and confirming safe clearance avoids cutting off the overtaken vehicle.

Stopped buses may have children crossing the road without warning.

These areas limit visibility and have high accident risks.

Pedestrians may suddenly enter the crossing, creating danger.

Larger gaps allow smaller vehicles to pass one at a time safely.

Traffic at intersections is unpredictable, increasing collision chances.

Curves reduce visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing crash risk.

Children are vulnerable road users and may cross suddenly.

The maneuver is only allowed with visibility and space under the law.

A safe distance avoids startling or harming the cyclist.

Stable behavior ensures the overtaking driver completes the pass safely.

Urban areas present frequent obstacles that require heightened caution.

Uphill stretches impair acceleration and sightlines, making overtaking unsafe.

Attempting to force an overtake when conditions change increases crash risk.

Keeping the left lane clear allows others to overtake legally and safely.