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Is it permissible to start overtaking without first ensuring that the driver behind you has not already begun their overtaking manoeuvre?

Is it permissible to start overtaking without first ensuring that the driver behind you has not already begun their overtaking manoeuvre?
Explanation

Correct answer: No

No, you must not start overtaking without first making sure that the driver behind you has not already started the same manoeuvre. The photo shows a car coming up behind, seen in the wing mirror. Under art. 24 para. 2 pt. 1 of the Road Traffic Act, before starting to overtake a driver must make sure that the vehicle behind has not started to overtake. Neglecting this duty can lead to a collision.