Study topic
Junctions and turning safely
Junctions are where many collisions happen, so the theory test pays close attention to how you approach, position and emerge. Good observation and positioning keep you and others safe.
Key facts to remember
- ◆ Use Mirror, Signal, Manoeuvre on the approach to every junction.
- ◆ To turn left, keep well to the left and do not swing out or cut the corner.
- ◆ To turn right, position just left of the centre line and wait for a safe gap.
- ◆ Give way to oncoming traffic and to pedestrians already crossing the road you are turning into.
- ◆ At an unmarked crossroads no one has priority, so approach slowly and be ready to stop.
When two vehicles are turning right at a crossroads, turning offside-to-offside (passing behind each other) usually gives a clearer view. Look out for cyclists and motorcyclists filtering on your nearside before you turn left.