The reason that you want to drive ahead or behind other drivers is to limit the chances of a collision. If another motorist changes lanes without looking or has to swerve to avoid a pedestrian or obstacle, they might hit you if you’re driving alongside them.
Moreover, you should always use the right-most lane if possible. That way, if a driver is coming from the other direction and crosses the centerline, they won’t hit you head on. Theoretically, neither would a confused or intoxicated driver going the wrong way.
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