There is a new hidden lane on some dual carriageways which could increase road traffic and capacity by as much as a third. According to new reports, there is a secret lane which exists on certain motorways. Some drivers are seemingly unaware about the ’hidden’ third lane on motorways such as the M1 and M69 in Leicestershire. There is a third lane to the left of the middle and right-hand lanes which motorists are allowed to use.
There is a perception that the lane is exclusively reserved for lorry driver and those driving caravans, according to Leicestershire Live.
Rule 137 and 138 of the Highway Code says: “A dual carriageway is a road which has a central reservation to separate the carriageways.
“On a two-lane dual carriageway you should stay in the left-hand lane.
“Use the right-hand lane for overtaking or turning right.
“After overtaking, move back to the left-hand lane when it is safe to do so.
“On a three-lane dual carriageway, you may use the middle lane or the right-hand lane to overtake but return to the middle and then the left-hand lane when it is safe.”
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