Overtaking other vehicles on the road apparently requires certain techniques so that it doesn't become fatal for yourself and for those around you. Drivers need to know how to overtake safely and well. The following are tips for safe and good overtaking for vehicles on the highway to avoid accidents. Come on, let's see!
1. Pay Attention to Security Conditions
You have to pay attention to road conditions first. Make sure conditions are safe for overtaking. Also pay attention to traffic signs, whether there are no overtaking signs or not. Also pay attention to the possibility of overtaking and avoid doing it in a hurry without thinking first. Avoid overtaking when conditions or visibility are poor, such as during heavy rain or bends.
2. Make sure the car can overtake
Make sure your vehicle is ready to overtake the vehicle in front. The vehicle must be in good condition and not overloaded. Excessive load or weight makes the vehicle's speed slow and not optimal when stepping on the gas.
3. Don't just follow the vehicle in front
Don't occasionally overtake because the vehicle in front is also overtaking. You still have to think about your potential when overtaking. Because your potential and the vehicle in front are definitely different. Overtaking due to following the vehicle in front also makes visibility less than optimal.
4. Check the vehicle's rear view mirrors are safe
You must check that your vehicle's rearview mirror is correct and safe. If not, this could result in blind spots. Make sure before overtaking that the road conditions have room for you to overtake safely. Make sure the rear view mirror is right, your left and rear in the correct position so that it does not interfere with your visibility while driving.
5. Turn on the turn signal
When you want to overtake, make sure you turn on the turn signal. This is a sign to notify other vehicles so they know you are trying to overtake. Other road users can be alert when you want to overtake to avoid accidents.
Those are some overtaking tips for you on the road. Hopefully the tips above are useful for you and be careful on the road!
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