Can I turn on the right turn signal when starting?

[DelJeffrey]

You can turn on the right turn signal when starting, but the decision to use left or right turn signals depends on the situation. Below is relevant information about turn signals: Introduction: Turn signals are important indicator lights that are activated when a motor vehicle turns to alert surrounding vehicles and pedestrians. The turn signal bulbs use xenon tubes with microcontroller-controlled circuits that alternate left and right flashing continuously. Turn signals utilize flashers to achieve light blinking and can be mainly categorized into three types: resistance wire type, capacitor type, and electronic type. Structural Principle: The resistance wire type can be further divided into hot-wire type and vane type, while the electronic type includes hybrid and fully electronic versions.

[BryceRose]

As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I can't stress enough how crucial it is to signal right when starting off. Driving instructors always emphasize: you must use your turn signal when pulling out! For example, after parking on the right side and preparing to re-enter traffic, you must activate the right turn signal in advance - this mainly alerts cyclists and vehicles behind you that you're about to move. During driving tests, failing to do this results in immediate point deductions. In real-world situations, if you suddenly start without signaling and get hit by an electric scooter from behind, who would be at fault? So whenever starting off, if your vehicle needs to move right, simply push the light stalk (next to the windshield wiper control) all the way down with your right hand until you hear the clicking sound, which confirms the signal is on. Remember to cancel the signal after completing your lane change, otherwise the continuous flashing might mislead other road users.

[CoreyFitz]

Last time my wife failed her driving test (Subject 3) precisely on this point. She started from the roadside without turning on the right indicator, and was immediately stopped by the examiner. Actually, traffic regulations clearly state: the turn signal must be activated in advance when starting the vehicle. Especially when merging from bicycle lanes into motor lanes, sudden electric bike appearances from the right can't react in time without signaling. The turn stalk of our automatic transmission car is conveniently located on the left side of the steering wheel - just a light flick with the index finger, then wait 3 seconds before moving. Remember, blinking lights don't guarantee visibility in mirrors; always quickly glance over your shoulder to check blind spots for safety.

[GrantLynn]

When I first started driving, I also wondered whether to use turn signals when pulling out. Later, I witnessed an accident in my neighborhood: a car suddenly started moving without signaling, and a delivery rider's motorcycle rear-ended it. The traffic police ruled the starting driver fully at fault. Now, every time I pull out, I confirm three things: check the right rearview mirror for approaching vehicles, scan the right blind spot, and turn on the right turn signal. The driving school's teaching of 'signal first, check mirrors second, then steer' is absolutely practical. It's best to keep the turn signal on for at least 3 seconds to give following vehicles enough reaction time. For automatic transmission cars, remember to engage the handbrake before shifting gears, and for manual transmission, coordinate the clutch with the accelerator.