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Roundabouts
- 1/17Lane use signs and markings as you approach a multi-lane roundabout
These markings tell you precisely where each lane will lead once you enter the roundabout, helping you position your vehicle correctly from the start.
Before entering any multi-lane roundabout, the most important step to take is
It is essential to know your destination and be in the proper lane beforehand, as changing lanes inside a roundabout is generally not permitted.
The primary function of a truck apron often found around the central island of roundabouts
Truck aprons are designed as an additional paved area that large vehicles like tractor-trailers can use to prevent their trailers from hitting the central island while turning.
Drivers approaching a roundabout must yield to any vehicle that is already in the roundabout. The green car should wait for the tractor-trailer to pass before entering.
If your intention is to turn left when entering a roundabout, the lane you should be in is
For a left turn in a roundabout, you should always position your vehicle in the left lane as you approach and enter.
When going straight through a roundabout, the lane(s) you are generally allowed to use are
You have the flexibility to use either the left or right lane if you plan to proceed straight through the roundabout.
The mandatory direction of travel for all vehicles within a roundabout
All traffic circulates around the central island in a counter-clockwise direction to ensure consistent and safe flow.
As you approach a roundabout, before entering, you must yield to
Safety requires you to yield to any pedestrians at the entry crosswalks and to all vehicles that are already circulating within the roundabout.
A critical rule regarding lane usage once you are inside a roundabout is
Lane changes are strictly prohibited within the roundabout itself. You must select your lane before entering and stay in it until your exit.
It is unsafe to drive alongside large vehicles like trucks and buses within a roundabout because
Large vehicles need extra room to maneuver and may swing wide, potentially encroaching on adjacent lanes. It is safest to give them ample space.
If you entered a roundabout from the left lane, your typical permissible exit options are
Entering from the left lane generally allows you to proceed straight through the roundabout or make a left turn.
When preparing to exit a roundabout
It is important to signal right just before the exit you plan to take, to communicate your intentions to other drivers and pedestrians.
After successfully exiting a roundabout, you should be immediately prepared to
Even after exiting, you must be ready to stop for pedestrians who might be using the crosswalk located at the roundabout exit.
If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and sirens is approaching while you are inside a roundabout
To avoid blocking the emergency vehicle path, you should complete your movement through the roundabout and then find a safe place to stop outside of it.
If an emergency vehicle is approaching while you are about to enter a roundabout
Always yield to emergency vehicles by stopping before you enter the roundabout, ensuring they have a clear path without obstruction.
When you see a large vehicle approaching a roundabout, you should
Give extra space to large vehicles in a roundabout, as they may need more room to navigate the roundabout.
If you are in a roundabout when an emergency vehicle approaches
If an emergency vehicle approaches, exit the roundabout at your intended exit and pull over safely to allow it to pass.