Do not overtake turning vehicle signs or Do not overtake marking plates are a Mandatory for Trucks and Heavy or over sized vehicles. Uniquely easily identifiable from a distance to remind drivers not to pass on the left hand side if the heavy vehicle is turning. Indeed, most trucks and vehicle combinations over 7.5 metres need space to turn.
A caravan and tow vehicle combination that has an overall length equal to or greater than 7.5m is permitted to carry a “Do not overtake turning vehicle” warning.
This warning entitles the vehicle to ‘straddle’ or momentarily occupy an adjacent lane when making a turn, with other following vehicles required to give way. The warning can be displayed as a separate sign, or incorporated on the left-hand or both rear marking plates.
It is important to note that straddling adjacent lanes whilst turning without the warning sign displayed may be illegal in some jurisdictions, and that some jurisdictions prohibit the use of this signage on vehicle combinations less than 7.5m long.
Do not overtake marking plates should be Class 1 (Class 400) reflective now. Do not make the mistake of buying old Class 2 reflective as they will not comply.
These are available in 400 mm and sold as a pair for NSW. These are the new Reflective 400 mm NSW and came into use from 2021. Get your new signs now. Alternately, If your old Class 2 markers are still in good condition, you can hold off.
