Is it OK to exceed the speed limit when overtaking?

Yes, it’s illegal to speed while passing another car. In fact, it’s illegal to drive in excess of the speed limit at any time, no matter the circumstances. The New South Wales Roads and Maritime Services website has a page dedicated to overtaking, as does the Western Australia’s Road Safety Comission website.

Can you get caught speeding while overtaking?

SPEEDING while overtaking another vehicle can land you with a hefty fine and points on your licence. And you could even be hit with a lengthy driving ban if you break the speed limit when passing another motor. Under Rule 163 of the Highway Code, drivers should only overtake when it’s safe and legal to do so.

What are the rules for overtaking?

The rules for overtaking safely

Consider if it’s necessary.
Ask if it’s safe to overtake.
Check both lanes.
Keep in mind your car’s performance.
Do not assume you can follow another car that’s overtaking ahead of you.
Check your mirrors.
Drop back slightly and signal.
Keep checking the road and your mirrors.

When should u avoid overtaking?

Explanation: Before you move out to overtake, you must be sure that it’s safe to complete the manoeuvre – and in order to be sure, you must be able to see far enough ahead. If anything is obstructing or restricting your view, you can’t know whether the road ahead is clear and, therefore, you shouldn’t overtake.

Can you get banned for overtaking?

Drivers are being reminded that dangerous overtaking is illegal and could lead to a large fine as well as penalty points. If you are caught illegally overtaking, you will receive a £100 on the spot fine and three penalty points on your license.

What is the difference between overtaking and passing?

You overtake a vehicle moving in the same direction, but pass a vehicle that is stationary or moving in the opposite direction.

Why is it illegal to sleep in your car?

Many cities make it illegal for you to sleep in your car to prevent loitering and regulate homelessness. It is illegal to sleep in your car if you are trespassing on private property because you must have the owner’s permission. Being intoxicated in charge of a vehicle is against the law, as it is unsafe.

Is driving with 2 feet illegal?

In short, no, there’s no legislation preventing you from driving with both feet at the same time. There can be times when it is beneficial to use both feet on one pedal, like the panic-braking trying to avoid a crash.

Where should u avoid overtaking?

Where should you avoid overtake?

When to avoid overtaking

If it’s prohibited, e.g. you’ll see this sign.
If you can’t see at least 100m of clear road ahead of you during the whole overtaking manoeuvre.
If someone else has already started to overtake you.
If overtaking would cause you to break the speed limit.

Is it illegal to overtake in a built up area?

The undertaking manoeuvre in built-up areas is referred to as “driving in parallel traffic” instead of “passing on the right” as it is used outside built-up areas. On other roads, the Code advises drivers “should only overtake on the left if the vehicle in front is signalling to turn right” (rule 163).