Systems and methods for a warning of a vehicle on a passing lane before an approach from behind

A method and system for alerting a driver in the fast lane of the approach of a vehicle from the rear are provided. The method and the system are turned on, when the host vehicle is located on an overtaking lane. The method and the system triggers an easy to understand the driver's warning. The provided method and system further accept user input for customization, switching on / off the system and shut down a warning.