Why do motorways have three lanes?
Driving along a three lane motorway, rule 264 states that "Always drive in the left hand lane, except when overtaking". When driving in the left hand lane, I have often wondered why TWO overtaking lanes are needed. Is there a reason?
Asked on 4 February 2014 by Mr. A.I.Solomon
Answered by
Honest John
To create space for faster moving traffic, of course.
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