Michigan Driver's Training Level 1 Practice Test

The key step when considering a pass on a two-lane road is to check for oncoming traffic. You must confirm there is enough distance and time for you to complete the pass safely before any vehicle coming toward you reaches your lane. If an approaching vehicle is close, attempting a pass could lead to a head-on collision, so you wait until the way is clear. Hazard lights aren’t the right signal here; they’re for emergencies and can confuse other drivers, while simply speeding up behind the vehicle ahead is unsafe and can create a dangerous tailgating situation. Relying on the rearview mirror alone also isn’t enough, because it only shows what’s behind you and not whether an oncoming car is approaching in the opposing lane or whether there’s a safe window to pass. You should scan ahead, use your signals, and, if it’s clear, pass and then safely return to your lane once you can see the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.