How to Use Lights When Exiting a Roundabout?
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Should activate the right turn signal in advance. Below are the relevant instructions: 1. Turn on the left turn signal when entering the roundabout: If the vehicle intends to turn left, it should preferably choose the left lane inside the roundabout. Since the vehicle needs to merge from the outer lane to the inner lane, the left turn signal should be activated when entering the roundabout. 2. Proceeding straight in the roundabout: If the vehicle intends to go straight, it should preferably choose the middle lane inside the roundabout and enter the middle lane without obstructing vehicles behind that are proceeding normally. Since the vehicle does not need to change lanes after entering the roundabout, there is no need to activate the left turn signal for notification after entering the roundabout.
When driving out of a roundabout, I always turn on my turn signal at least 50 meters in advance to indicate the direction I'm about to exit. This allows other drivers to clearly see my intention and reduces the chance of accidental collisions. I've seen too many people forget this, resulting in confusion or rear-end accidents at roundabout exits. The rule is simple: when approaching an exit, turn on the left or right signal (depending on the driving direction), ensure the light stays steady, and don't flicker it to scare others. At the same time, control your speed, don't exceed the limit, and leave a safe distance. Roundabouts are designed for efficient traffic flow, so proper use of signals helps everyone pass through faster, saving time and reducing stress. I've tried not using signals a few times myself and felt the danger level skyrocket, so now I've made it a habit to check if the lighting system is functioning properly as soon as I get in the car.
As a newly licensed driver, roundabouts really threw me off at first. My instructor repeatedly emphasized the importance of using turn signals when exiting. The specific procedure is: when approaching the exit point, I switch to the corresponding turn signal while still inside the roundabout - for right-side driving in China, that means activating the right turn signal to indicate a right exit. This step is absolutely crucial to prevent rear-end collisions or hesitation mistakes. I learned this the hard way when I once forgot to signal and nearly sideswiped another car, which left me sweating with fright. The instructor recommended practicing multiple times: first simulate roundabout scenarios on empty roads, practicing continuous signaling movements, treating the signals as safety communication tools. Don't rush to accelerate, stay calm while checking mirrors, and only proceed after confirming surrounding vehicle distances. With gradual practice, the signals become like silent safety messages - protecting yourself while helping others.
