Roundabouts
Priority
- Before entering normally give way to right (See signs and road markings)
- Watch out for traffic lights on roundabouts
Procedures
GOING LEFT:
Indicate left on approach
Approach in left-hand lane
Keep to lane on roundabout
Maintain left turn signal through roundabout
Check nearside mirror before turning
Look into turn for obstacles
Once turned cancel signal
GOING AHEAD:
No initial signal required
Approach in left-hand lane
Check mirrors especially nearside before turning
Indicate left once passed exit before intended exit
Look into turn for obstacles
Once turned cancel signal
GOING RIGHT OR FULL CIRCLE:
Indicate right on approach
Approach in right-hand lane
Keep to lane and maintain signal
Check mirrors especially nearside before turning
Indicate left once passed exit before intended exit
Look into turn for obstacles
Once turned cancel signal
WATCH OUT FOR:
1. Pedestrians and zebra crossings on entrances/exits
2. Cyclists and horse riders (they keep to outside even if going right)
3. Long vehicles (May take different course due to length)
4. Mini-roundabouts. Treat as above and drive around unless unable to.
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