A prudent driver requires competence and a reasonable view and must understand and learn the correct cutting techniques. Cutting is required in the following circumstances
- When the vehicle in front moves too slowly
- When the vehicle in front changes course
- When following a vehicle in front which may cause an accident
Before Overtaking
- Sebelum memotong
- Pastikan jarak mengekori yang selamat.
- Periksa di hadapan (12 saat).
- Mengamalkan rutin CITO dengan memeriksa di bahagian belakang dan sisi bagi mendapatkan maklumat sebelum bergerak ke kanan.
- Tukarkan gear yang lebih rendah jika perlu bagi mendapatkan kuasa untuk memotong
- Bergerak ke kanan
- Jangan tergesa-gesa semasa menukar lorong
- Bergerak apabila didapati selamat.
While Overtaking
- Speed the vehicle to pass the cut-off vehicle so as not to block traffic from behind
- Ensure safe space with vehicles cut at least 1 meter (3 feet)
- Use horns or lights to communicate with the cut vehicle.
After Overtaking
- Practice A CITO Routine
- Move left
- Connect travel by maintaining the appropriate position and speed
Do not rush when changing lanes
Move when able to see the front of the vehicle cut through the left side mirror