When changing lanes to the left, in this situation, do you have the right of way over vehicles in the lane you intend to enter?

Explanation

Correct answer: No

In accordance with the Road Traffic Act, a driver changing lanes is required to give way to a vehicle travelling in the lane they intend to enter. Therefore, when entering the left lane, you do not have priority over vehicles that are already in it. The directional arrows visible on the carriageway do not change this fundamental rule of priority.

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