ThatOvertakenPokeman Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 is it bannable to not slow down when someone is trying to overtake you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Mike Dragon Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 @GGF MD and a few others pretty much nailed down the answer for you. However, I would like to add the following: Though you may not be banned for not slowing down when someone's attempting to overtake you, you could be banned if you, in a way or another, prevent that person from safely overtaking and your actions result in an accident. Say for example, that Player A has a clear lane and enough room to overtake you safely and he tries to do so but you speed up when he's next to you. While he tries to get more speed to pass you, Player B comes in on the opposite lane and Player A either crashes into Player B or one of them (or both) go off road to avoid a collision. Or alternatively, while attempting to overtake you, you swerve into Player A's path, forcing him off the road (and potentially crashing into something) or forcing him to slam his brakes and possibly losing control and crashing. These are just two examples of how you could be banned for not letting someone overtake you. Now, of course there are other variants that would determine whether or not you would be the one at fault, so the best thing to do is to always let people overtake you, just to be on the safe side. Especially if you can tell they might not make it before another player comes in on the opposite direction. In this case, the player trying to overtake you would be wrong, but at least you'd help avoiding a potential accident that could involve you as a victim. After all, you are not in a race so there is no need to keep other people from passing you. 1 Some people should really get a license before even thinking about buying Euro Truck Simulator 2 or American Truck Simulator. Drive safely, folks! < < < Don't bet on sinking ships because they'll turn your chips to trash! > > > Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 TFM matematrix Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 You won't get banned for this, as banning is a punishment for more serious offences. No one will ever notice that you don't slow down, and as long as you don't block the overtaker or hinder him to overtake in any way, everything is fine. In general, you won't get punished for breaking traffic rules like using a turn signal, etc, but it is always better to behave and to drive with your eyes open I wish you a nice time here at TMP 1 In case I helped you to your satisfaction or you find my post funny, there is a green arrow beside my post. Click it to reward the effort, please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Guest Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 Hello, @Pokeman, If he don't have enough speed to pass, I suggest you slowing down because it can cause an accident. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Gun Powder Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 The person who is advancing must ensure that you have a sufficient space and time to get ahead, you must slow down a bit and also you must take into account the rules of overtaking in areas of great popularity. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Interstate Nomad Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 (edited) Overtaking is only allowed if you can ensure that no other road user is jeopardized during the entire overtaking process. Overtaking is not allowed if prohibited by traffic signs (or in-game rules) or if the traffic situation is not clear. Also do not overtake in crossroads, at pedestrian crossings or railway crossings. Only overtake if you drive at a signifcant higher speed than the one to overtake. One who is overtaken, must not increase speed.1 1 One who is overtaken does not necessarily need to slow down. Slower vehicles must give multiple, immediately following vehicles the chance to overtake at a suitable location. That may also mean a complete stop. Edited November 13, 2017 by Joao Rodrigues 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 heyhococo Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 If there’s no gap between you and the player in front then the overtaking person can be banned for unsafe overtaking But I think if you speed up when it’s perfectly safe for the overtaker to get past, then you could be banned for trolling or intentional blocking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 FernandoCR [ESP] Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 No, it is not. It could be bannable if you start accelerating when you see that someone is overtaking, that can be seen as reckless driving. The player doing the overtake has to make sure that the truck has enough power, the road is clear and there is enough visibility before starting the maneuver. There's nothing wrong in slowing down if you see that there's some kind of danger, to allow the overtaker merge in easier, but even if you don't, you won't be banned. If you keep driving in a steady way, a failed overtaking is always the overtaker's fault. Besides, if the player overtaking sees a danger ahead and decides to abort the maneuver and go back behind your truck, slowing down would be the worse you could do. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 ThatOvertakenPokeman Posted November 13, 2017 Author Share Posted November 13, 2017 the instance is it took place on an empty road, then another player flies towrds you at 100+ kmh and you have no time to respond, and the guy you are overtaking starts accelerating Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 GGF MD Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 Quote "When being overtaken Stay in line If you're riding at 90 km/h, it is nice to slow down a little so the other driver has a chance to overtake you. When there's enough distance between you and the overtaker (60m should be enough), turn your lights on (or honk 2 short times if it's night time and your lights are already turned on) to signal that he can merge back safely." 1 ---------- Former Support - Appeal - TruckersMP Rules - Feedback - Report Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 [T.G.E][01] Lorena* Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 Dear @Pokeman After all the answers you have been given, are you satisfied? Let us know! Greetings! 1 Old ranks: - - - Spanish - Portugués &------------------------------& Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 ThatOvertakenPokeman Posted November 14, 2017 Author Share Posted November 14, 2017 yup ty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SLAUGHTEER Posted November 14, 2017 Share Posted November 14, 2017 Problem is resolved. /locked and moved to solved. Reporting Player Appeal Your Ban Feedback System Rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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is it bannable to not slow down when someone is trying to overtake you?
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