the fast lane

The fast lane here on the expressway is actually not the fast lane. The fast lane is the one furthest to the right (also known as the slow lane) because this is the lane where taxis, vehicles seating 7 or more passengers, and electric cars are found zipping by all the "regular" cars in the other two lanes who sit impatiently in the traffic jam. Counter to the American HOV lanes which are often used only during rush-hour or high traffic periods, these taxi/bus/el-car lanes are off-limits to any other vehicle at all times. Makes you think twice - maybe we should trade in for an electric car, or a 7-seater...