Lane Positions

You have three (3) different lane positions within a single lane of travel by which you can position your vehicle.

1. Lane position 1: Vehicle in the middle of the lane. This is the safest position to drive under normal driving situations when no potential hazards exist to the left and right of the roadway.
2. Lane position 2: Vehicle position three (3) to six (6) inches from the left line of the lane. This is the position to drive if hazards exist to the right of the vehicle or you intend to turn left.
3. Lane position 3: Vehicle positions three (3) to six (6) inches from the right line or curb of the lane. This is the position to drive if hazards exist to the left of your vehicle or you intend to turn right.

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