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fined for hogging left lane on highway for 3 km

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a passenger car driver, traveling at about 60 km/h, was fined by traffic police for continuously occupying the left lane on the Noi Bai - Lao Cai highway despite opportunities to move to the right lane.

Proposal for trial of left lane solely for overtaking on two northern expressways

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The Hanoi - Hai Phong and Cau Gie - Cao Bo expressways are proposed for a trial of a left lane designated solely for overtaking, starting from Q4.

Proposal for left lane only for passing: how to drive correctly

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Switching to the left lane to pass, then returning to the appropriate lane helps create clear space, reduce congestion, and increase safety on expressways.

What constitutes 'continuous driving' in the left highway lane?

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Germany guides drivers to return from the passing lane with a '20-second rule', while many countries define lane occupation based on impeding traffic.

Traffic Police Department proposes prohibiting using oncoming lane for overtaking

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The Traffic Police Department requested the Vietnam Road Administration to install solid lines at the center line on narrow, curved road sections, to prevent using the oncoming lane for overtaking.

Countries impose heavy fines on drivers occupying the left highway lane

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Germany, the US, and Australia all penalize drivers who occupy the passing lane to maintain smooth traffic flow, reduce aggressive driving, and lower collision risks.

Traffic police department proposes left highway lane for overtaking only, continuous driving prohibited

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According to the plan researched by the agency, vehicles would only be allowed to move into the lane adjacent to the median strip when needing to overtake a vehicle ahead.