After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane when:
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You can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your rearview mirror.
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You are at least 100 feet ahead of the vehicle you passed.
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The driver you passed slows down to let you return to your lane.
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You have activated your turn signal on.
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Explanation
When you want to pass a vehicle traveling in the same direction, always signal that you are about to change lanes, and make sure you have time and room to get all the way in front of the vehicle you are passing. Do not return to the lane on the right until you can see the entire front or both headlights of the vehicle you have just passed.
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