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Road Rage: It's a killer.
California Keep Right would like to address the problems that undisciplined motorists create on our roads and freeways. People driving slowly in the passing lanes cause a hazard by impeding the free flow of traffic. Failure to Keep Right leads to three main issues: traffic safety, traffic congestion and road rage. The animation to the left is an example of what people deal with every day. With your support, through public awareness and tougher keep right laws, we can and will make California a safer and more enjoyable place in which to drive.
According to the California Driver Handbook Right of Way Laws, “There are times when you must drive slowly because of heavy traffic or bad weather. However, if you block the normal and reasonable movement of traffic by driving too slowly, you may receive a ticket. When you drive slower than other traffic, do not drive in the “fast” lane. Move to the right when another driver is close behind you and wishes to drive faster. When you drive a bus, tow a vehicle or trailer, or drive a truck with three or more axles, you will be traveling slower than other vehicles. You must drive in the right-hand lane or in a lane specially marked for you. If no lanes are marked and there are four lanes in your direction, you may only drive in either of the two lanes closest to the right side of the road.” See California Law for more information.
There are many traffic safety laws. “SLOWER TRAFFIC KEEP RIGHT” may be the most important. Not only is it a law, but also a guide on how to maintain order on today’s busy roads and freeways. With millions of vehicles and usually between two and four lanes this is the only way that motorists of differing speeds can share the road safely and orderly. Lane discipline by motorists can have an immediate impact on all of California’s roads. Driver education is our number one priority! View California Keep Right Rules of the Road.
Undisciplined motorists who block traffic through ignorance, inattention, or just being inconsiderate show a disregard for public safety and the normal practice of defensive driving. Driving is a privilege, not a right. Whether you drive fast, slow, or moderate, people who drive slowly in the passing lanes cause a hazard for all of us. We need your help to make our roads and freeways safer and less congested.