On highways with a total of four or more lanes (two or more lanes in each direction),
always keep to the right unless
you are passing slower traffic, letting another driver have room to enter safely, or getting ready to make a legal left turn. The best way to control your speed is to know how fast you are going.
When driving in two or more lanes going in your direction which lane should you choose?
Drive in the lane that has the smoothest flow of traffic and is less congested. If there are only two lanes going in your direction,
pick the right lane for the smoothest
driving. Don't weave. If you can choose among three lanes on your side of the road, pick the middle lane for the smoothest driving.
When making a turn at an intersection where there two or more lanes in each direction you must?
When making a turn at an intersection where there are two or more lanes in each direction, you must
turn when there is no approaching traffic
. Good driving implies knowing the meaning of traffic signals, lights and being cautious every time you drive.
When there are two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction slower vehicles should use?
On two-lane roads, the
left lane
should generally be used only when you're passing a slower car driving in front of you; when the road is crowded and both lanes are in use, don't use the left lane if you're driving more slowly than traffic.
When two or more lanes of travel are permitted in the same direction?
When two or more lanes of travel are permitted in the same direction,
a broken white line is
used: When two or more lanes of travel are permitted in the same direction, a broken white line is used to divide each side of the highway into separate lanes for vehicles traveling in the same direction.
What are the four steps to successful passing?
- Scan for hazards, e.g., oncoming vehicles, vehicles approaching from rear, merging vehicles;
- Check for blind spots;
- Signal your intention and accelerate into passing lane;
- Accelerate quickly to an appropriate speed;
- Concentrate on the path ahead;
- Check the mirror for following cars.
How do you switch lanes when driving?
- Turn on your signal.
- Check your mirrors.
- Check your blind spot by looking over your shoulder.
- If it is safe, change lanes.
- Turn off your signal after completing the lane change.
When making a driver should you turn right?
Right turns–To make a right turn,
drive close to the right edge of the road
. If there is a bike lane, drive into the bike lane no more than 200 feet before the turn. Watch for pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists who may get between your vehicle and the curb. Begin signaling about 100 feet before the turn.
Do left turns have right way?
When you're making a left-hand turn,
you should always give the right-of-way to
drivers who don't have stop signs or yield signs. If you're turning left at a green light, pull out into the intersection but wait to turn left until all oncoming traffic has passed.
Can you make a right turn into the left lane?
When you're turning
right, you don't have the right to turn into the left lane
, police say. … In other words, stay in your lane — and if there isn't one, keep to the right. Left turns are the same — unless signs or markings tell you otherwise, turn into the far left lane.
Can I turn left on a double yellow line?
It's okay to cross a double yellow line to turn left
. YOU CANNOT cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle.
What is a reliable way to know when another vehicle is passing you?
Remember to look over your right shoulder to check your blind spot, and be sure to signal. If another vehicle begins to pass you,
stay in your lane and do not increase your speed
. If many vehicles are passing you in the right lane of a multi- lane roadway, you are probably going slower than the rest of the traffic.
Can you turn into a driveway over double lines?
If there are two lanes and there is a double yellow line separating those lanes,
you cannot cross them
– even if that is to turn into your own driveway. You can cross, however, if there is a gap in the double yellow lines that permits your left hand turn.
What is the most important and safest thing a driver should do just before driving away?
What is the most important and safest thing a driver can do before driving away?
Put on a safety belt and turn off electronics
. Illegal in Maryland if the vehicle is unattended and is not necessary. Check all mirrors, complete head checks, and use back up cameras if available.
What is the rule to avoid tailgating?
Most rear-end collisions are caused by tailgating. To avoid tailgating, use the
“Three-Second Rule
.” When the vehicle ahead of you passes a certain point, such as a sign, count “one-thousand-one, one-thousand-two, one-thousand-three.” If you pass the same point before you finish counting, you are following too closely.
Can you turn right on double white lines?
Except where ‘Double white' lines are used to separate traffic travelling in the same direction,
you may cross ‘Double white' lines
to make a right-turn into or out of any road, premises or place adjacent to the carriageway. You should not stop – not even if the broken line is on your side.
