Passing

You must judge whether you have enough space to pass whenever you approach:

• An oncoming vehicle or bicyclist.
• A hill, curve, intersection, or road obstruction. To safely pass, the hill or curve should be at least one-third of a mile ahead.

Before you pass, look ahead for road conditions that may cause other vehicles to move into your lane.

Do not pass:

• If you are approaching a hill or curve and cannot see if other traffic is approaching. This is very dangerous on one and two lane roads.
• Within 100 feet of an intersection, bridge, tunnel, railroad crossing, or other hazardous area.
• At crossroads and driveways.
• Unless you have enough space to return to your lane.

How to Pass

When you are going to pass on an open highway:

• Signal that you plan on passing.
• Look over your shoulder to check your blind spots.
• Drive into the passing lane.
• Speed up to pass the vehicle.
• Signal and return to your original lane.

You may pass on the right only when:

• An open highway has two or more lanes going in your direction.
• The driver ahead of you is turning left and you can safely pass on the right. Never pass on the left if the driver is signaling a left turn.
• You are on a one-way street.

Never drive off the paved or main-traveled part of the road to pass.

Being Passed

If a vehicle is passing you or signals that they plan on passing, allow the vehicle to pass. Maintain your lane position and your speed.