Not legally.
Not legally.
Drivers from either direction may use the center lane for left turns.
The left lane is supposed to be the fast lane. If you want to drive faster, then use the left lane. Traditionally it is ment to be the passing lane. If you want to pass someone driving slowly in the right lane, then pass them using the left lane, and get back over to the right lane until you need to pass someone else. However, you should not sit in the left lane driving slowly. It is ment to be a passing lane and if you sit out in the left lane, it will make others unhappy! I hope this helped!
On a two lane road with a center lane, the center lane is used for left turns going either direction. If on a 4 lane road with a center divider then the left lane is where you should be, unless there is a left turn pocket at the intersection. If on a two lane road with no center lane then you execute the left turn from the forward travel lane that you are in. In all cases be certain to use your turn indicators to let those following you know of your intentions.
The left lane.
No, the center turn lane is meant for making left turns and should not be used for merging into traffic.
According to Georgia's DMV Manual.... 300 ft!Turn LanesThis lane, bordered by solid yellow and/or broken yellow lines, is in the center of streets and highways to make left turns. A motorist desiring to turn left should proceed to the turn lane just prior to making a left turn. Georgia law prohibits the use of this lane for any purpose other than making a left turn. You may enter this lane no more than 300 feet from the location of the left turn.
Any turn going left from any of the right lanes is an illegal turn. However, if you signal into any of the two left lanes (assuming the white lines are dashed and not solid), you can make a legal left turn from any of the two left turn lanes. Treat it like a four-laned intersection without the street lights and without a lane going straight. You must turn into your lane accordingly.
When driving on a four lane highway or freeway you should use the right hand land or 'thru lane' except when passing. If the right hand lane is designated for slower traffic or for exiting traffic, you'd use the lane to the left of it.
On narrow roads, a turn out lane creates an area where slower traffic can pull over to allow other vehicles to pass. They are used where the nature of the road precludes safely passing in the opposite lane. You should use the turnout lane when other traffic wants to pass you.
Use the position of your vehicle to communicate your intentions to change lanes. Position the vehicle in the right side of your lane before turning right and move toward the center line when you are about to turn left.
When turning, the driver should position the vehicle in the appropriate lane based on the direction of the turn. For a right turn, the vehicle should be close to the right edge of the lane, ideally in the rightmost lane if available. For a left turn, the driver should move towards the center of the lane or the leftmost lane, ensuring they are clear of oncoming traffic. Always use turn signals to indicate intentions and check mirrors for pedestrians or cyclists.