Road Rules Guide · South Australia

Overtaking (part 2 of 2): South Australia road rules

Key points on overtaking for the South Australia learner test. Each answer is checked against the official South Australia handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.

What is the first rule of overtaking?

Answer: Make sure the road ahead is clear and it is safe

You must not overtake unless you have a clear view of approaching traffic and can overtake safely.

Practice question 87 · official source

You have started to overtake a car and notice its right indicator flashing. What should you do?

Answer: Check your mirror and move back in behind it

Do not overtake on the right of a vehicle that is turning right. Check your mirror and move back in behind it when it is safe.

Practice question 88 · official source