운전연수 You learn all about road laws in driver’s ed. However, there are many other unspoken rules of driving etiquette that should be followed.
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For example, waving a thumbs-up to another motorist who lets you into their lane or gives way on a one-way bridge is considered polite (but avoid flashing your lights as it’s an ambiguous signal). Smooth driving helps traffic flow more quickly and is more fuel efficient.
Lane Changes
Changing lanes can be a daunting task for new drivers. It can also be very dangerous if done incorrectly. The key is to find the space first. If there isn’t room to 운전연수 move into a lane, don’t change lanes. It can cause you to cut off other vehicles and can be very rude (not to mention a huge road rage trigger). When you do decide to change lanes, make sure you turn on your signal and have a look over your shoulder to check for blind spots. This will let other drivers know what you are planning to do and give them time to react.
If you are changing from the right lane to the left, don’t start to slow down when you reach the end of the lane. This can cause the driver behind you to slam on their brakes and swerve to avoid you, which could lead to a crash. Always maintain your speed and smoothly steer into the lane you are moving into.
It’s also important not to hover in the blind spot of larger vehicles, especially trucks. They are difficult to see in their large cabs and you can easily get thrown off course if you are in their blind spot when they are exiting or entering the roadway. Doing this can also deprive them of a safe stopping distance in case they need to slam on their brakes.
Turns
When you learn to drive, you are taught all the laws and rules of the road that keep you safe. But did you also learn about driving etiquette? These are the general unspoken rules that drivers follow. While they may not be official road laws, they are a good idea to practice to be courteous to other drivers and keep everyone on the road safe.
When making a turn, always signal for at least 운전연수 100 feet before the turn, and slow down to a safe speed. You should also look over your shoulder for pedestrians or bicyclists who have the right of way, and yield to them. If there are vehicles occupying the turn lane, don’t pull in behind them; it can block their view and cause accidents. You should also avoid blocking parking lot entrances and exits, as this can be frustrating to people who are trying to exit the area.
It is important to make a compact turn, as this takes less time and is safer. This also allows other drivers to continue moving through the left lane, instead of having to slow down to let you pass you. It is also polite to acknowledge other drivers when they let you merge or move out of the way, such as by waving and mouthing a thank you.
Stop Signs
The most well-known of all traffic signs, the stop sign warns drivers to slow down and prepare to come to a full stop at the intersection. This regulatory sign, often used at intersections that don’t have traffic lights, is octagonal in shape and typically printed with the word “STOP” in white on a red background. However, in some countries the word is printed in their primary language instead of English (for example, Canada uses “arret” in Quebec and Zimbabwe until 2016 used a disc bearing a black cross).
Some drivers fail to come to a complete stop when they approach a stop sign. This is called a rolling stop, and it can result in a crash. To avoid this dangerous practice, state laws require drivers to come to a complete stop before proceeding.
Moreover, the amount of time and distance you need to slow down before you reach the stop sign will depend on your speed, the weather, and road conditions. As a general rule, you should start slowing down 150 feet or more before the stop sign.
While it should go without saying, do not pinch another driver’s parking spot. You should also give a courteous wave when someone is going out of their way to help you, such as by moving over to let you in a lane or giving you a passing lane on a tight street.
Give Way
There is more to being a safe driver than just understanding vehicle control and road laws. Being courteous and showing a little good etiquette behind the wheel can make the experience of driving a bit less stressful for everyone on the roads.
For example, it is polite to let vehicles into your lane if there’s room. This is especially important for large trucks that may not be able to change lanes as quickly as smaller cars. It also helps to give bicycles plenty of space when driving on roads with bike lanes.
Another common driving courtesy is to avoid pinching parking spots or stealing someone else’s spot in traffic. While it might seem like your frustration or annoyance with the situation warrants taking that spot, remember that other drivers have just as much right to the road as you do.
Similarly, if you’re approaching an intersection and there are no signs or lights that indicate who has priority, you should always give way to vehicles coming from the right (absolute duty of giving way). This is especially true when you’re driving on roads with pedestrian crossings. Likewise, you should wait for vehicles that are entering a railway level crossing. In the case of an unmarked T-intersection, you must also give way to vehicles that are turning left or going straight ahead.