Overtaking at night

You’ll need to take extra care before attempting to overtake at night. It’s more difficult because you can see less. Only overtake if you can see that the road ahead will remain clear until after you’ve finished the manoeuvre. Don’t overtake if there’s a chance you’re approaching • a road junction

• a bend or hidden dip in the road
• the brow of a bridge or hill, except on a dual carriageway • a pedestrian crossing
• road markings indicating double white lines ahead or if there’s likely to be
• a vehicle overtaking or turning right • any other potential hazard.

If you’re being overtaken

Dip your lights as soon as the vehicle starts to pass you, to avoid causing glare in the mirrors of the overtaking vehicle.