What is the right course of action now?

You selected the correct answer. In this situation, overtaking is not allowed because the tractor intends to pull out to the left. In Germany, you must never overtake any vehicle that is about to turn left or move left, as this creates a risk of collision. Always watch for signs such as a tractor positioning to the left or signaling its intention. Waiting behind until it completes its maneuver is the safe and legally required choice. This rule helps prevent accidents caused by unexpected lateral movement from the vehicle in front. In similar questions, always check if the vehicle ahead is about to turn or move to the left before considering overtaking.