Understanding the No Overtaking Sign: Safe Driving, Avoiding Violations

“Even horses on a long journey need a gallop, and people sometimes need to hurry ahead” – This proverb reflects the mentality of drivers on the road. Everyone wants to reach their destination quickly, but haste often leads to mistakes, especially when encountering a no overtaking sign.

So what exactly does this sign mean, and what are the important things drivers should keep in mind when they see it on the road? Let’s delve into the details with XE TẢI HÀ NỘI in the article below.

No Overtaking Sign: Decoded in Detail

1. What is the No Overtaking Sign?

The no overtaking sign is a circular traffic sign with a red border, white background, and a black image of two cars, with the left car crossed out by a red diagonal line.

No Overtaking Sign

This sign is often placed on dangerous road sections where overtaking poses a high risk of accidents.

2. Meaning of the No Overtaking Sign

The no overtaking sign signifies that all types of cars (except emergency vehicles on duty) are prohibited from overtaking any other vehicles when traveling in the area where the sign is placed.

3. Placement of the No Overtaking Sign

The no overtaking sign is usually placed at:

• Curved roads, mountain passes, areas with limited visibility.
• Narrow roads with heavy traffic.
• Areas near schools, hospitals, and densely populated residential areas.

Note: The effective range of the no overtaking sign starts from its location and extends to the end of the dangerous section (usually indicated by an end of no overtaking sign, which is circular, with a black border, white background, and an image of two black cars crossed out by a black diagonal line).

End of No Overtaking Sign

4. Penalties for Violating the No Overtaking Sign

According to current regulations, the penalty for violating the no overtaking sign ranges from 4,000,000 VND to 6,000,000 VND, and the driver’s license may be suspended for 1 to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions about the No Overtaking Sign

1. Are trucks allowed to overtake when encountering a no overtaking sign?

No. The no overtaking sign applies to all types of vehicles, including trucks.

2. In which cases will overtaking result in a ticket from traffic cameras?

You may receive a ticket from traffic cameras for overtaking in no-overtaking zones or in the following cases:

• Overtaking on the right when not permitted.
• Overtaking at sections with solid lines.
• Not using turn signals when overtaking.

3. How to drive safely when encountering a no overtaking sign?

Here are some tips for safe driving and avoiding violations of the no overtaking sign:

• Carefully observe traffic signs, reduce speed, and stay in the correct lane.
• Do not attempt to overtake when unsure about safety conditions.
• Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
• Yield to emergency vehicles on duty.

Conclusion

“Better safe than sorry” – Understanding the no overtaking sign and related regulations is the best way to drive safely and avoid risks and unfortunate violations. Be a wise driver, for your own safety and the safety of other road users.

XE TẢI HÀ NỘI hopes this article has provided you with useful information about the no overtaking sign. Visit our website regularly for more helpful knowledge about trucks and traffic laws!