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It is important to be safe when you are on the road, and that includes giving a proper signal before turning. There are many ways that you can give a signal with your vehicle, but it’s not always easy to remember what they all mean. Here’s a quick guide of how to use signals when making turns in your car:
Left turn- left hand extended horizontally from the steering wheel at least six inches or more above the head of the driver
Right turn- right hand extended horizontally from the steering wheel at least six inches or more above the head of driver
U-turn- left or right arm bent 90 degrees at elbow and raised as high as possible with palm downward
Stop- left or right arm bent 90 degrees at elbow and raised as high as possible with palm facing upward
Turning from the center lane into a narrow street, private driveway, etc. – left hand extended horizontally from steering wheel six inches or more above head of driver; palm should be turned downward
Blocking intersection- one hand stretched out on each side of car with palms pointed toward ground to show your intent to slow down traffic (but not stop) for those who want to turn across the intersection
This list is by no means exhaustive but it serves its purpose in making sure that you know which way you need to signal before turning any corner!
when turning you should give the proper signal
when turning from the center lane into a narrow street, private driveway, etc. – left hand extended horizontally from steering wheel six inches or more above head of driver; palm should be turned downward
block intersection- one hand stretched out on each side of car with palms pointed toward ground to show your intent to slow down traffic (but not stop) for those who want to turn across the intersection
This list is by no means exhaustive but it serves its purpose in making sure that you know which way you need to signal before turning any corner!
Signal at high as possible with palm downward and Stop left or right arm bent 90 degrees at elbow and raised as high as possible.
left hand extended horizontally from steering wheel six inches or more above head of driver; palm should be turned downward
Brake arm raised and bent 90 degrees at elbow. Left or right arm can also do this signifying intention slowing rather than stopping, sometimes used when doing a wide u-turn. One finger pointing up – “I will go” Two fingers pointing up – “I will turn”
arm bent 90 degrees at elbow and raised as high as possible
Left hand extended horizontally from steering wheel six inches or more above head of driver; palm should be turned downward. Left or right arm can also do this signifying intention slowing rather than stopping, sometimes used when doing a wide u-turn. One finger pointing up – “I will go” Two fingers pointing up – “I will turn”. (But not stop) for those who want to turn across the intersection!
Signal at least two seconds before turning any corner by using left foot on brake pedal while vehicle is in motion. Continue signalling until you have finished your manoeuvre and brakes are applied fully. Remember to signal again when you pull in front of the corner and are slowing down.
Right hand extended horizontally from steering wheel six inches or more above head of driver; palm should be turned downward. Left foot on brake pedal while vehicle is in motion. Continue signalling until you have finished your manoeuvre and brakes are applied fully. Remember to signal again when you pull in front of the corner and are slowing down.”
Tip: When turning, make sure that drivers behind you can see what it is that you’re doing by raising one arm up with a flat palm facing downwards as well as giving an audible turn signal such as “beep!” or “honk!” before making any turns!
Right hand extended horizontally from steering wheel six inches or more above head of driver; palm should be turned downward. Left foot on brake pedal while vehicle is in motion. Continue signalling until you have finished your manoeuvre and brakes are applied fully.”
If you’re turning left, make a left hand turn signal and wait to get in the lane. If you are going straight or right, use your normal driving signals. When it is time for your car to complete the turn, give the appropriate turn signal again and continue on!
“If you’re turning left, make a left hand turn signal and wait to get in the lane. If you are going straight or right, use your normal driving signals. When it is time for your car to complete the turn, give the appropriate turn signal again and continue on!”
“When it is time for your car to complete the turn, give the appropriate turn signal again and continue on!”
If you’re turning left, make a left hand turn signal and wait to get in the lane. If you are going straight or right, use your normal driving signals. When it is time for your car to complete the turn, give the appropriate turn signal again and continur.”
if you’re turning left, make a LEFT HANDED TURN SIGNAL; this will tell other drivers what direction you are headed in – when ready for manoeuvre take foot off of gas pedal (to keep from drifting) but maintain brake application with RIGHT FOOT on BRAKE PEDAL then turn the steering wheel to the left.
if you are going straight or right, use your NORMAL DRIVING SIGNALS for a few seconds before turning; this will tell other drivers what direction you are headed in – when ready for manoeuvre take foot off of gas pedal (to keep from drifting) but maintain brake application with RIGHT FOOT on BRAKE PEDAL then turn the steering wheel to the desired direction”
Remember that hand signals should only be made while driving. If it is necessary to stop at an intersection and make a turn signal without moving forward, first come to a complete stop.”
if it’s time for car to complete turn give appropriate TURN SIGNAL again and continue on!
if someone is in your way or you have to stop before the turn, STOP! DON’T TURN!”
when turning look at what’s happening on both sides of the road. It is important for drivers to be aware of people walking and cyclists riding.”
The correct left hand signal should be used when a driver wants to make a left turn. The first thing that one must do is reduce speed so as not to lose control while making their turn. A car will need more space if they decide on going through an intersection where there are crosswalks and traffic lights in order for them not to hit pedestrians who may also be crossing the street; this means they need time from other vehicles coming into their direction. – The first thing that one must do is reduce speed so as not to lose control while making their turn. During this time, they will need a space from other vehicles coming into the left lane; and if there are crosswalks or traffic lights in our direction, this means we also need some time for pedestrians who may be crossing the street.” A driver should always signal before turning because it’s important that drivers on both sides of the road know what you’re going to do next. If someone is present in your way when turning then STOP! DON’T TURN!” It doesn’t matter how long it takes – wait until they pass through and make sure they get out of your way. When deciding which
