You want to exit the motorway. What is the right course of action in this situation?

In this situation, you want to leave the motorway, and the correct action is to move into the left-hand lane. German motorways (Autobahns) are usually right-lane roads for slower traffic and left-lane roads for faster traffic. When exiting, you should not drive on the hard shoulder, as it is reserved for emergency stops only. Also, you do not need to watch for oncoming vehicles because motorways have separated lanes in each direction, so oncoming traffic is not expected.

By moving into the left-hand lane, you prepare safely and correctly for the exit lane, allowing you to reduce speed and leave the motorway smoothly. This is the standard procedure to ensure your safety and the safety of other drivers on the motorway.