When passing a large truck do not pull back in front of the truck until?
Passing
� When passing a truck, first check to your front and rear, and
move into the passing lane only if it is clear and you are in a
legal passing zone. Let the truck driver know you are passing by
blinking your headlights, especially at night. The driver will make
it easier for you by staying to the far side of the lane.
� On a level highway, it takes only three to five seconds longer
to pass a truck than a car. On an upgrade, a truck often loses
speed, so it is easier to pass than a car. On a downgrade, the
truck�s momentum will cause it to go faster, so you may need to
increase your speed.
� Complete your pass as quickly as possible, and don�t stay
alongside the other vehicle.
� If the driver blinks his lights after you pass, it�s a signal
that it is clear to pull back in. Be sure to move back only when
you can see the front of the truck in your rear-view mirror. After
you pass a truck, maintain your speed.
� When a truck passes you, you can help the truck driver by
keeping to the far side of your lane. You�ll make it easier for the
truck driver if you reduce your speed slightly. In any event, do
not speed up while the truck is passing. After passing, the truck
driver will signal to let you know that the truck will be returning
to your lane.
� When you meet a truck coming from the opposite direction, keep
as far as possible to the side to avoid a sideswipe crash and to
reduce the wind turbulence between the two vehicles. Remember that
turbulence pushes the vehicles apart; it does not draw them
together.