How Should Vehicles Navigate a Roundabout?
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Roundabout Entry and Exit Rules: Vehicles entering the roundabout must yield to those exiting; vehicles in the inner lane should merge into the outer lane before reaching the exit. If an inner-lane vehicle exits directly without merging and collides with an outer-lane vehicle, it constitutes consecutive lane changes and bears full responsibility. Article 51, Section (2) of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" stipulates: Vehicles preparing to enter a roundabout must yield to vehicles already circulating within the roundabout. Therefore, before entering, drivers should first observe vehicles already in the roundabout from the left, merge into the flow without disrupting their movement, and then select the correct lane based on their intended direction.
When I first started driving, roundabouts also confused me a bit, but I gradually got the hang of it. Before entering a roundabout, it's crucial to check if there are any vehicles inside - if so, yield to them. Slow down when entering, use your left turn signal to indicate entry, and choose the appropriate lane based on your direction: middle or outer lane for going straight, inner lane for turning left. Don't change lanes aggressively inside the roundabout, stay calm. Signal right in advance when exiting, and turn off the indicator only after passing the exit. If you miss your exit, don't panic - just go around again. Beginners often forget signaling or get flustered, but practice makes perfect. Safety comes first - remind yourself to stay relaxed each time you approach a roundabout.
