Eps 8: How To Go Straight At Single-lane Roundabouts | A1 Driving School NZ

In Episode 8 Harald show's us what to do when going straight through at a single-lane roundabout.
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Transcript:
Hi, this is Harald from A1 Driving School. Today we are showing you what steps to take when going straight at a single-lane roundabout. Let’s go and have a look.
When approaching a single-lane roundabout and going straight, the first thing we should do is check our rear vision mirror. We will do this well before the intersection, so we are aware of what’s behind us. After that, we look ahead and anticipate what’s happening up ahead. While we are doing that, we start to slow down early, so we have plenty of time to anticipate the traffic situation ahead. We follow the centre line of the road on the approach, keeping about half a meter from the centre line. We approach the intersection at a speed that allows us to stop safely, but at the same time anticipate the traffic and go if it is safe to do so. Normally a roundabout is controlled by a Give way sign. We look to see if there is any traffic coming from the right or oncoming that is going to cross our path from the right. It’s important we look for other driver’s indicators. We also try and make eye contact with other drivers to see where they are looking and to help us work out where they are going. The approaching speed of the other driver may also help us to decide where they are going. Ideally, we don’t stop unnecessarily, but sometimes we may not be sure where the other driver is going. Once it’s safe to go, we accelerate lightly and focus on where we want the car to go. Once we come alongside the first exit, we indicate to the left, to let the oncoming traffic know that we are leaving the roundabout. We accelerate more as the car straightens up, but only if it is safe to do so. We have a good look ahead to scan/ search for any information that is given to us. Once we are settled, we can check the rear vision mirror to see what’s behind us.
Thanks for watching our video on what steps to take when going straight at a single-lane roundabout. Next time we are showing you what steps to take when turning right at a single-lane roundabout.
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