 Much of this section is urban in character and there are many two-lane stretches, allowing vehicles to overtake or bus lanes operating at peak times or rush hour.On the outskirts of Glengormley the route passes through Sandyknowes roundabout (M2 Junction 4) where it connects with the A8(M) route towards Ballyclare and Larne.The A6 then passes through urban and suburban district known as Mallusk (including a significant business district and industrial estates) which forms the outer-most periphery of the Greater Belfast urban area.