How to use lights when driving a motor vehicle out of this roundabout intersection?
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Before driving a motor vehicle out of the roundabout, turn on the right turn signal in advance. Here is more information about driving in a roundabout: 1. Precautions for driving in a roundabout: When driving in a roundabout, be sure to observe the road conditions and yield appropriately. If you are unfamiliar with the roundabout conditions, slow down, pay attention to road signs, and don’t panic if you miss an exit—since a roundabout is a loop, you can circle around again to find the exit. 2. Yielding rules: There are several principles for yielding: vehicles entering the roundabout must yield to those exiting; vehicles outside the roundabout must yield to those inside; turning vehicles must yield to those going straight; following vehicles must yield to those ahead; and smaller vehicles must yield to larger ones.
I've been driving on the road for over thirty years, and every time I exit a roundabout, I always signal left in advance. This is a fundamental rule of safe driving because you need to let vehicles behind you and pedestrians know that you're turning to exit. If you don't signal, it can easily lead to rear-end collisions or crossing accidents—I once witnessed a driver who didn't signal almost get hit by a car from the right when exiting, which was truly frightening. According to traffic regulations in China, since we drive on the right, exiting a roundabout is equivalent to making a left turn, so the left turn signal must be used. Once it becomes a habit, I can navigate even complex roundabouts smoothly, such as when there are multiple exits. Don't underestimate this action—it can reduce roundabout accidents by at least 50%. I also make sure to check the brightness of my lights regularly while driving. Details determine safety, and I recommend that beginners practice this often. Remember, signal a few seconds before exiting.
