3 ptsBOfficial number: 2947
Are you allowed to overtake the cyclist in this situation?
Description
Art. 24 para. 1 pt. 2) of the Act of June 20, 1997 – Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2012, item 1137, as amended)
Explanation
Correct answer: No
In the left rear-view mirror, a red car is clearly visible, which has moved into the adjacent lane and started the manoeuvre of overtaking your vehicle. According to Art. 24 para. 1 pt. 2 of the Road Traffic Act, before overtaking, the driver is obliged to ensure that the vehicle behind has not already started this manoeuvre. In this situation, overtaking the cyclist is prohibited, as it would force the vehicle overtaking you to brake sharply or change its course.