The barrier has been lifted, but the driver ahead is not moving: is it permissible to overtake at the crossing?.

The task tests knowledge of road signs and general road rules. Is it allowed to overtake a vehicle if the barrier at the railway crossing has already been lifted and the driver ahead is not eager to move?

The task was suggested by the Exist.ua channel.

Answer options

1. Allowed.
2. Prohibited.

Task analysis

According to paragraph 14.6 of the traffic regulations, overtaking is prohibited at railway crossings and within 100 meters before them.

However, in the depicted situation, the drivers are on a one-way street, as indicated by the sign 5.5 'One-way road'. Therefore, the oncoming lane is absent, just like the possibility of overtaking.

We read paragraph 1.10 of the traffic regulations:

'Overtaking is the act of passing one or several vehicles, which involves entering the oncoming traffic lane.'

The driver simply needs to change into the left lane and continue moving forward.

Correct answer

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