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in the fast lane

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in the fast lane
doing things that will lead to success. Their purchase of the company put them in the fast lane of the personal computer industry.
Usage notes: often used with put, as in the example
Related vocabulary: on the fast track
Etymology: based on the literal meaning of fast lane (= a marked path for vehicles traveling faster)
See also: fast, lane

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Not only does such an obstruction in the fast lane disrupt the flow of traffic, thus affecting the commutes of thousands of people, but such selfish lane hogging also might easily spark a deadly act in these days when tempers flare so easily into road rage.
The iForce initiative signifies our commitment to adapting Sun to meet the real needs of companies in the digital marketplace and provide the fuel to drive them forward even faster - plus a set of real-world programs, products, a partner community and services necessary to do business while cruising in the fast lane.
Life in the Fast Lane chronicles the ups and downs of Jones's life.
 
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