Saudi traffic authority warns against using road shoulder to overtake
The General Directorate of Traffic has stated that overtaking vehicles via the road shoulder or designated turn lanes is a traffic violation.
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AIThe General Directorate of Traffic has clarified that using the road shoulder or a designated turn lane to overtake other vehicles constitutes a traffic violation.
The authority added on the X platform that this includes drivers bypassing lines of vehicles at traffic signals or security checkpoints by using the road shoulder or a dedicated turn lane.
The General Directorate of Traffic noted that the fine for this violation ranges from 150 to 300 riyals (SAR).
The authority previously warned against leaving the seat or steering wheel while driving, as this increases the risk of sudden accidents.
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