OvertakingArgentina
17. Overtaking
Overtaking is the act of passing another road user travelling in the same direction. It normally involves moving to another position or lane, passing the slower road user and returning to the appropriate position when it is safe.
Before overtaking, a driver should make sure there is sufficient visibility and space, check mirrors and blind spots, signal when required and ensure that no other road user is already overtaking. The manoeuvre must be completed without exceeding the speed limit or endangering other road users.
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On which side do drivers normally overtake in Argentina?
Under Argentina’s national Traffic Law, normally overtake on the left. Passing on the right is exceptionally allowed when the vehicle ahead indicates an intention to turn or stop to the left, or when the left-hand queue is stationary or slower in congestion. The manoeuvre must still be safe and lawful; check applicable provincial or municipal rules.
🔗 argentina.gob.ar • Argentina, National Traffic Law 24,449, updated text
When should you avoid overtaking in Argentina?
Under the national law, do not start an overtake without enough clear road and visibility, or when approaching a junction, curve, bridge, crest or dangerous place. Check that nobody behind has begun overtaking and do not exceed the applicable speed limit. Provincial and municipal application must also be checked.
🔗 argentina.gob.ar • Argentina, National Traffic Law 24,449, updated text
What extra care is needed when overtaking slower road users in Argentina?
Give generous lateral clearance when passing cyclists and pedestrians, and allow for unexpected changes of direction. National rules may prescribe a minimum passing distance in particular situations. If there is insufficient space, wait rather than squeeze through.
🔗 argentina.gob.ar • Argentine Government, National Traffic Law 24,449

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