Leaving Roundabouts UK - Left or Right Lane?

If you have two lanes to choose from, should you choose the left or right lane when leaving a roundabout? In a previous video I demonstrated leaving in the left lane and some people commented that it would have been better to leave in the right. In this video I explain why I chose the left lane.

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00:00 The question
00:51 The actual roundabout
01:34 On the UK test
03:13 Leaving in the right lane
04:24 What is a dual carriageway?
06:13 More than two lanes
09:20 Staying safe
09:58 Outro

[PuddyHU]

I passed 4 years ago and still find myself watching. You can never know too much!

[chethanageeshan]

I passed my driving test today with 4 minors. When I’m practicing with my instructor I had been watching these videos and got more knowledge and used it when I’m practicing. You’re really brilliant!!!. If someone has their test soon, don’t be panic, try to watch all of these videos you can easily pass the test. Don’t be panic at test time, try to talk with examiner what are you doing, why are you slowing down and be a positive mind every time.Thank you so much, I really appreciate your support.

[HaydnG]

Man, the way this guy articulates things is great.

[zcerno_]

Just passed my driving exam a couple of weeks ago and my dad's been tagging along for all the rides so far since I've swapped from my instructor's diesel (Toyota Vitz) to his petrol (Ford Ka), found it rather difficult trying to start uphill, first couple of times I just kept stalling over and over. Watched some of your videos and I've gotten the hang of it within a couple of days!
Thanks a lot mate and keep up the great work!

[michalpavlicek]

Hi Richard, thank you very much for your yt-channel. As a foreigner/visitor in UK I found your videos very helpful and informative. Your speech and pronunciation is outstanding. Sincerely from Czech Republic

[shubhamj]

The best explanation of roundabouts driving. Great video as always 😊

[TheBoredEditor]

Thanks Richard for continuing to crank out quality driving videos like this, especially on roundabouts where I struggled a lot to begin with! I passed my test today on my first try - picked up a few driving faults along the way, but nothing I couldn't attribute to nerves. There was no better feeling than being told I'd passed, and knowing that techniques I'd picked up from YouTube videos like yours had helped me towards that

[fbunny]

The fact that I watched the original roundabout video this morning and then you upload this 💯

[juanjosesilva]

Thank you so much for your videos. I will be visiting the UK in a week or so for the first time and plan a road trip with my wife, and thanks to you i have learned so much. Thanks again.

[fatimaal-habib]

Passed yesterday in Redditch(3rd attempt) - couldnt have done it without your videos. I remember the first few i watched were on using the clutch, and also Becka's mock test. Thanks so much for the help 🙏

[olukayodeokunowo]

You are a professor, thank you so much. Your teaching is very much appreciated and excellent.

[ZachAscot]

Really great video Richard! - I often find on big roundabouts where you need to progressively move over lanes, the lane you're in often splits into 2. Then you can just choose which split to follow without having to change lane.

[juliayang]

Good topic, exellent video! Thank you, Richard! I really enjoy watching all of your videos as very helpful! 👍

[dreamflower-]

i passed my theory a few days ago and now i’m working towards my practical exam watching your videos so excited xox

[aadityapolitics]

Thanks Richard for this video. Although I had passed my test in February this year, I was still having difficulty in this section as my city has many roundabouts - big as well as small. Now I will start practicing this.

[patrickbeaumont]

I have been driving since 1968 but I still find your videos extremely helpful and concise!

[lizmoreno]

I just passed my driving test today after watching many of your videos, watching them was a big help to make me feel more confident in front of the wheel thank you Richard 🤩 Wishing everyone luck on any upcoming tests 🪄

[Andrew-btsh]

Hi Richard. Greetings from Canberra, Australia. I just passed my driving test yesterday and wanted to thank you for your videos, which were a great help. In particular, I found your commentary driving video to be very useful to recall while undertaking the test. All your driving tips are well explained and extremely valuable. Cheers, Andrew.

[kaleemsummally]

I've just passed 3 weeks ago and for some reason I am still drawn to these videos. I think it's a good thing.

[Grahamvfr]

Really good advice again Richard 👍. Road planners in my area have a habit of putting up a road sign, suggesting that only the right lane is for going right.... So you move... Only to find the road marking show the middle and right go that way, as a new lane lane has appeared to the left on approach.