How to Exit Roundabouts Safely in the UK

Leaving roundabouts when turning right can be challenging for new drivers. Often you need to change to the left lane to leave and if done late there may be a car in the way. In this video I give examples of how to leave roundabouts in the UK.

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00:00 Examples
02:44 Moving to the left
04:06 Leaving too late
04:52 Where to look
05:46 When to signal
06:26 More lanes on exit
09:43 Misleading signals
11:44 Common mistake
12:27 Outro

[TeckPanda]

I think good advice for learner drivers on roundabouts is to remember that you are in a CIRCLE. Don’t be afraid to miss your exit and go round again if you’re not confident the first time, yes you might feel silly but being safe is always better than taking risks.

[Mike-zzkz]

After 20 years of improvising, I have finally learnt how to correctly drive on roundabouts. Thanks so much.

[svmwasthesheet]

I like that you use the phrase "penultimate exit" it really seems to drill it into one's mind how important it is to show intentions to other drivers as soon as is safely possible.

[kayleighwall]

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[Nellsin.]

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[Hannah-wvxv]

2 years been driving, I still watch his videos. You learn so much, thank you.

[michaelarcher]

As a driver of nearly 50 years experience, I found this video really informative. I have never been that brilliant at roundabouts and this makes a lot of sense. Thank you, never too old to learn👍

[bhavyavakil]

I passed my driving test in the first attempt last week, and I want to thank you for your amazing videos and contents. A major credit goes to all your videos and despite passing the test, I think I am still going to continue watching your videos to become a better driver.

[LauraA]

I’m currently learning roundabouts, so this is a really helpful and well timed video ☺️ only my 8th lesson, I just struggle sometimes finding gaps and missing an opportunity when the roundabout is really busy. Doesn’t help when other drivers don’t use their indicator though or their own position is off… I’m sure it’ll come to me with more practise though!

[scottmani]

I passed my test today with 5 minors starting at 7:13am so early morning for me, your videos helped so much over my time of driving. Also to add I failed first time so anyone who has, don’t beat yourself up. If your examiner thinks your ready then you are, I actually felt like I had a worse drive this time than the first but I still drove well and I had the test centre manager due to one the examiners being ill! So don’t give up you will soon get there 🤟

[jorydany]

I finally understood what a dual carriagway is!!! Everyone I asked they didn't know either. Thanks for another great video!

[Ella-kifi]

I passed my driving test first time with no minors this morning. Thank you Richard for your videos as they helped me out massively and gave me confidence to trust myself and my own decisions. Thank you!!

[GoodKingMort]

Passed my test almost 2 years ago, and still find roundabouts incredibly difficult - especially in Chelmsford!

However your explanation RE drifting left after the penultimate exit is so helpful. The next time I’m on a roundabout I need to remember this!

[redinarasha]

Your tips are always useful and clear.
I have watched lots of your videos.
I passed my driving test first time 4 minor.
Thank you.

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[anitab]

Richard I can’t tell you how many of your videos I watched in preparation for my driving test. You were so, so helpful and really helped me to refine things like my understanding of roundabouts, mirrors, and traffic amber lights. I passed today with 4 minors and I’m thrilled. This YouTube channel is incredible. Thank you thank you thank you!!

[TheManOnTheStreetOMG]

I passed my test years ago but haven't had any reason to drive since I went to uni in a walkable city. Got a new job out in the country so I need to refamiliarise myself, this is incredibly digestible and straight forward, thanks!

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[dino]

Helpful video thanks ) I have passed last year but your uploads still help me so much appreciated !