“In this lesson, you will learn about the most common way of turning right at crossroads. The key points are:
– Using the hazard routine when approaching.
– Making sure that it’s safe to turn.
– Being prepared to give way.
– Safety checks after turning.
For a safe approach to the junction, use the hazard routine:
Mirrors – Is it safe to slow and turn? How will turning affect drivers behind? You will generally need to cehck the mirrors again, another couple of times before turning.
Signal – After checking your mirrors, signal right. Your signal needs to be early enough to give pletny of warning to other road users.
Position – Take up a right turn position on a road with no parked cars or other obstructions on the right. This will be just to the left of the centre line.
Speed – You will usually need to stop at the junction to stop at the junction to allow time to assess what oncoming drivers intend to do, making sure it’s safe to turn.
When an oncoming vehicle is turning across your path, as seen here, the most common way to turn is to pass in front of it. But take special care to make sure there’s nothing coming towards you on the near side of the oncoming vehicle. The approaching vehicle can often block your view of this space.
Although this is the most common way of turning, it won’t always be practical. This could be because of the road layout or becasue of a limited view. If this is the case, give way and allow the approaching car to go first, unless it is obvious that the driver is giving way to you. Making eye contact with drivers can help you to determine their intentions.
After turning, make sure your signal is cancelled and check your mirrors before increasing your speed.”
