What should you do if a long, heavily laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you?

Explanation: A long lorry with a heavy load will need more time to pass you than a car. It won't be able to accelerate enough to pass you quickly, especially on an uphill stretch of road. Be considerate to the lorry driver - ease off the accelerator and allow the lorry to pass.

Category: The Driver

References: The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Buses and Coaches: Section 4, The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Goods Vehicles: Section 4