It is prohibited to overtake on a steep hill:
Official question from the Israeli Ministry of Transport pool · Category: Rules and Regulations
- Only when there is a “danger” road sign.
- When your field of vision is limited or obstructed.
- Only when there is a “no overtaking” road sign.
- Overtaking is permitted, provided that the weight of your car exceeds 4 tons.
Why this matters beyond the test: When overtaking is prohibited and what counts as a safe passing distance -- the rules behind one of the highest-risk maneuvers a driver makes on any two-way road.