Driving skills syllabus

10   Turning left off a main road

Aim

• To legally and safely turn left from a main road.

Situation

• In a 50–60 km/h zone.
• On a two-way road with intersections to the left and right controlled by Stop and/or Give Way signs.

The driver should

• Check the mirrors (inside and outside).
• Check their blind spot by looking over their shoulder.
• Indicate left for at least three seconds before starting to turn.
• Check the intersection for hazards.
• Slow the vehicle for the turn, using appropriate gears.
• Keep the vehicle in the correct position throughout the turn (no less than 1 metre and no more than 2 metres from the kerb).
• Give way to pedestrians and vehicles if required.
• Drive at an appropriate speed throughout the turn.
• Check the mirrors again on completing the turn.
• After finishing the turn, accelerate to an appropriate speed for the traffic flow.
• Perform the tasks at least three times.

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Last updated: 30 April 2009