# Overtaking (Passing)

> Overtaking (Passing) — motorsport glossary term on TRAACKS.

## Definition

The act of one car passing another to gain a position during a race. Overtaking can happen on straights (using slipstream or DRS), into braking zones, or around the outside of corners. Defensive driving makes overtaking more difficult.

- **Category**: Racing
- **TRAACKS page**: [https://traacks.club/glossary/overtaking](https://traacks.club/glossary/overtaking)

## Related Terms

- [Slipstream (Tow)](https://traacks.club/glossary/slipstream)
- [DRS (Drag Reduction System)](https://traacks.club/glossary/drs)
- [Braking Zone](https://traacks.club/glossary/braking-zone)

## Links

- [Full glossary](https://traacks.club/glossary)
- [TRAACKS llms.txt](https://traacks.club/llms.txt)