On a motorway, a driver is travelling in the left lane because they have just overtaken. Must they immediately return to the right lane?
Highways and motorways
Explanation
When a driver overtakes another vehicle on a motorway, it is important to return to the **right lane** as soon as possible, provided that this lane is clear and traffic conditions allow it. This is because the left lane is mainly used for overtaking. Once the overtaking is completed, the driver should return to the right lane to avoid obstructing the flow of traffic and to allow other faster-moving vehicles to overtake if necessary.
On motorways with multiple lanes in the same direction, the left lane is reserved for overtaking. If a driver remains in the left lane unnecessarily, it can hinder other vehicles that wish to overtake, which can create unnecessary and potentially dangerous traffic situations. Therefore, it is a safe and recommended practice to return to the right lane after overtaking, whenever possible.
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