Back to newsA dashcam video circulating online shows a large truck making a dangerous illegal overtaking maneuver on a sharp curve on a road near Heraklion, Crete. The incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns on the island, particularly on winding rural and mountain roads where visibility is limited. Tourists driving in Crete should exercise caution when encountering heavy vehicles, especially on narrow or curved roads. Overtaking on bends is illegal in Greece and carries significant risk. Visitors are advised to keep a safe following distance from trucks, avoid rushing on unfamiliar roads, and never attempt to overtake where road markings or visibility do not clearly permit it.
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Truck's Illegal Overtaking on Crete Curve Raises Safety Alarm
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