When passing a vehicle on a two-lane road, you must

• A. Signal, sound your horn, and maintain a safe distance
• B. Wave to the driver
• C. Speed up to complete the pass
• D. Ignore oncoming traffic

Answer: (A)

When you’re overtaking a vehicle on a two-lane road, clear communication and space are essential to keep everyone safe. You should signal your plan to move left so oncoming drivers know you intend to pass. The horn can be used to warn the other driver if they might not notice you or if there’s a risk of them pulling into your path, helping prevent a collision. At the same time, you must maintain a safe distance from the vehicle you’re passing to ensure you have enough room to complete the maneuver safely and to avoid forcing either vehicle into a dangerous situation. Waving at the other driver isn’t a reliable or sufficient signal, speeding up to pass can lead to misjudgment and a crash, and ignoring oncoming traffic is dangerous and illegal.