In which exceptional case is overtaking on the right permitted on a road outside a built-up area?

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As a general rule, overtaking must always be done on the left. However, there is an important exception both inside and outside built-up areas: overtaking on the right is permitted when the driver of the vehicle to be overtaken is clearly indicating their intention to turn left or stop on that side, provided there is sufficient space to do so safely. The other options are incorrect because being in a hurry never justifies a prohibited maneuver, and on a two-way road without markings, attempting to overtake on the right would mean driving on the shoulder or off the road.

In which exceptional case is overtaking on the right permitted on a road outside a built-up area?

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