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Hello I'm Chris. In this video we're going to have a look at which lane to
choose at roundabouts and when you need to signal. If you've got your first
driving lesson on roundabouts coming up soon or you just need a refresh then
this videos for you.
You know you're approaching a roundabout as you might see this warning sign and
then a bigger sign like this one. You might also see road markings or a sign
showing which lane to choose. Signs and markings showing which lane you need are
useful but not all roundabouts have them and it's these roundabouts that we're
going to have a look at today.
This sign shows that the roundabout I'm approaching has an exit to the left,
ahead and to the right. I could also go full circle all the way around the
roundabout and back the way I came. I'm turning left at this roundabout, first
exit. I'll need the left-hand lane. Check my mirrors, signal left, slowing down.
Give way to any traffic approaching
from the right, all clear second gear. Check left-hand mirror and
keep to the left. Now cancel the signal if it hasn't automatically.
It was important to keep in the left-hand lane as there might have been another road
user next to me on my right. This time I'm following the road ahead, second exit.
I'll go in the left-hand lane as I'm not turning right, the left-hand lane
isn't blocked and there aren't any signs or road markings telling me any
different. No signal needed on approach as I'm going ahead. Now I have to
give-way to any traffic approaching from the right, but be careful not to stare to the
right. You also need to look ahead where you're going as you need to keep in lane
and the driver in front could brake at any time. Plan your route as it's really
important once it's safe to go, to keep in the left outside lane as there might
be another road user on your right. As I'm passing the exit before the one I want,
I'll check mirrors and signal to exit. Signalling left to exit informs other
road users that you're leaving the roundabout. If you're just starting to
practice roundabouts and feel there's just too much to do on approach then try
approaching them a bit slower. This will give you more time to be prepared,
especially if it's busy. You'll be able to process everything quicker with
practice and experience.
At the next roundabout I'm turning right third exit. I'll need the right-hand
lane for this. Check my mirrors, now signal right.
Give-way to the right but I'm also watching the driver on the left as they're a little out of their lane.
All clear and safe. Accelerate up to second gear, keeping in the right-hand lane.
As I'm passing the exit before the one I want, check mirrors, signal left and move over
to the left if it's safe. Before I crossed lanes and maneuvered over to the
left to exit, I checked my mirrors and I also had a quick sideways glance to the left
just in case there was someone next to me that I couldn't see in the mirrors.
Always look out for other drivers that might not keep in their lane and be
ready to react. Especially look out for long vehicles such as a lorries and
buses as they might straddle lanes. You could also drive full circle around the
roundabout and go back to where you came from. Check mirrors, signal right avoid
the hatched markings and keep to the right.
Check mirrors and signal to exit. Sometimes the signal will go off itself
on the roundabout when it needs to be on. Listen for the ticking sound and put it
back on if needed. Well thanks for watching our video on which lane to
choose at roundabouts. It's only a rough guide for beginners and drivers wanting
a refresh but I hope it helps. If you ever find yourself in the wrong lane,
then don't panic, don't change lanes at the last second, just do the safest thing
which might be to take a different exit to the one you wanted. You could then
find somewhere safe and legal to turn around and get back on route. If you take
the wrong exit on the driving test then as long as you're driving safely and
legally, you'll probably not even get driving fault. The examiner or sat nav
will just direct you back on route.
Don't forget to always look out for signs and markings that will help you
choose the correct lane.
For more information on roundabouts, have a look at our other videos. As usual it's
highly recommended that you take lessons with a qualified instructor.
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