Revision question · Motorway rules

When should you use the left-hand lane of a motorway?

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When your vehicle breaks down

When you're overtaking slower traffic in the other lanes

When you're making a phone call

When the road ahead is clear

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When the road ahead is clearThis was the right answer

You should drive in the left-hand lane whenever possible. Only use the other lanes for overtaking or when directed to do so by signals. Using other lanes when the left-hand lane is empty can frustrate drivers behind you.

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Rule 264Highway Code rule · Return left when safely past; travelling at the speed limit does not justify remaining in an overtaking lane.Rule 267Highway Code rule · Return left when safely past; travelling at the speed limit does not justify remaining in an overtaking lane.

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