Which lane to enter when turning right?

[OEliana]

Generally, turn left into the leftmost lane and turn right into the rightmost motor vehicle lane. When making a U-turn, the car should align with the lane it intends to enter. However, sometimes it is necessary to adjust flexibly based on road conditions. For example, if there is an obstacle in the leftmost lane when turning left, you will have to enter another lane, and the same applies when turning right. The reasons for turning right into the right lane are as follows: 1. Explanation one: Turning right is only allowed into the rightmost lane, and attention should be paid to whether there are right-turn traffic restrictions or signal lights. Normally, after turning left from the left fast lane, you still need to continue driving in the left fast lane for a certain distance. Only after confirming that the adjacent lane is clear or at a safe distance can you turn on the turn signal and switch to the slow lane. If the left two lanes of a three-lane road (fast and slow lanes) both allow left turns. 2. Explanation two: When driving in the middle slow lane and turning left, you need to continue driving in the slow lane. When turning left, pay attention to oncoming right-turning vehicles from the opposite direction. 'Left big, right small' refers to the steering wheel, not the driving lane. Imagine if the target road has only two lanes and no safety island, left-turning traffic entering the slow lane would easily collide with the right-turning traffic merging from the right.

[StLouis]

When making a right turn into a lane, I always choose the far-right lane unless there are clear road signs or special circumstances indicating otherwise. This is to minimize the risk of accidents, as I’ve seen too many drivers blindly merge into the middle lane and cause collisions—for example, at intersections where oncoming straight-moving vehicles suddenly rush forward. Staying in the far-right lane provides a buffer. Additionally, I constantly watch for pedestrians or cyclists, especially in busy areas, as staying in the outermost lane gives me more reaction time. Safety always comes first, so I take my time with every right turn, checking the mirrors and blind spots before moving. Remember, good habits can save lives—don’t risk cutting into other lanes, as fines are minor compared to accidents.

[StRiley]

According to traffic regulations, a right turn should enter the first lane, which is the one closest to the roadside. Having driven for so many years, I know this is not just a rule but also helps traffic flow smoothly. For example, on a two-lane road, entering the far-right lane avoids interfering with straight-moving vehicles on the left; if there are multiple right-turn lanes, choose the one corresponding to your entry and signal your turn in advance to alert others. Experience tells me that not following this can easily lead to tickets or trouble, especially in urban areas with many cameras. I also recommend that beginners use navigation to check lane indications—practice a few times, and it will become second nature. Developing good habits means fewer disputes on the road.

[RileyFitz]

When turning right, I usually go directly into the far-right lane—simple and practical. It's common sense to avoid rear-ending or scraping other cars. For example, on a regular one-way street, don’t randomly drift into the left lane; just stay in your original position. If there’s an obstacle ahead, I’ll slow down first and then choose a lane. You’ll get the hang of it after driving a few times—the key is not to rush.