Turning at crossroads

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Turning at crossroads

A crossroads has four entry points, and this can sometimes lead to confusion 

over priority. The problem here usually occurs when you are waiting to join 

or cross the major road when there is other traffic on the opposite side of the 

junction. If you intend to go ahead or turn left and the approaching traffic wishes to do likewise, there is no reason, providing the main road is clear, why you should not both go at the same time.

If one of you wishes to turn right and the other wishes to go ahead, remember that the driver turning right is crossing the path of the approach￾ing vehicle and should give priority to the driver 

wishing to follow the road ahead. You should try to establish eye contact with the other driver if you are unsure of his or her intentions. Remember, it is unwise to rely on the other driver’s signals or lack of them. Consider the other driver’s road position, where he or she is looking, 

and the direction the vehicle’s front wheels are facing to help you anticipate the other driver’s most likely path.

If both of you wish to turn right, the main road is clear and there is sufficient 

space, then you may both proceed at the same time. There are two ways to deal with this situation, regardless of whether 

you are turning from the major or the minor road.

You can turn offside to offside so that you pass behind the other vehicle. This method gives you a clear view of approaching traffic. You can also 

turn nearside to nearside, although this method does not give you as good a view of oncoming traffic. Motorcyclists and cyclists are particularly vulnerable in this situation – take care!

Either method is acceptable and will be determined by the layout of the road, the course that the other driver decides to take and any road markings dictating the position to take. In busy traffic, where space is limited, turning nearside to nearside may have to be the choice to avoid blocking the junction. Which￾ever method you use, prior to making your turn you should check your mirrors 

again, especially if you have had to wait for a safe opportunity to proceed.

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