When passing another vehicle, you should return to your lane if:

You have passed the other vehicle’s front bumper.
You can see both headlights in the rearview mirror.
You are at least 25 feet in front of the passed vehicle.
You are 100 feet ahead of the vehicle you are passing.
Explanation

Always activate your signal before moving into the left lane to pass. Check your blind spots and make sure that you have enough time and room to pass safely. Do not return to the right lane until you can see the front of the vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror.

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