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Disaffected

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17. You seem not to realize that traffic rules may vary amongst jurisdictions.

Reply to Bernardo de La Paz (Reply #16)

Fri Sep 26, 2025, 03:10 PM

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In Alberta, as I mentioned before, it is legal to drive in the left lane if you are going at or near the speed limit.

Your are NOT obligated to pull over for someone behind you that wishes to exceed the speed limit.

As a matter of principle BTW, why should it be required to yield to someone who wants to exceed the speed limit? This is reminiscent IMO of those who belly-ache about speed cameras and seatbelt laws.

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As I understand it, you have to yield the left lane unless you yourself are passing. Bernardo de La Paz Friday #10

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You can't drive ANY speed in the left lane if you are not passing traffic and someone is behind you. Bernardo de La Paz Friday #16

You seem not to realize that traffic rules may vary amongst jurisdictions. Disaffected Friday #17

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Thanks for providing that info but, Disaffected Friday #20

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