What lights to use when turning at a signal-controlled intersection?

[AshlynMarie]

When turning at a signal-controlled intersection, activate the left or right turn signal. Function of turn signals: As signal lights, turn signals primarily serve to alert surrounding vehicles during daily driving, indicating an impending turn and prompting other vehicles to yield to avoid collisions. Whenever a vehicle needs to steer away from its current lane, the turn signal should be activated in advance, which is a fundamental principle of safe driving. Precautions for using turn signals: Pay attention to traffic signals; proceed when the light is green, and be especially mindful that some intersections may have dedicated turn signals for right turns. When entering an intersection with designated turn lanes, activate the turn signal before entering the lane. Turning it on too early may give trailing vehicles the impression that the signal was left on by mistake, while turning it on too late may cause accidents due to insufficient reaction time for trailing vehicles or pedestrians.