I know it's give way to the right, but on approaching I get so flustered and if there's more that a couple of cars and they're all indicating to go in different directions it's like a really difficult spatial awareness puzzle! Can anyone give me any tips or advice on this??
2007-12-17 02:51:28 · 18 answers · asked by kchick8080 6 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Just slow right down. Stop if needs be! Its better to be fully aware of the situation rather than try to wing it! I failed my test because of a mini roundabout, so your not alone!
2007-12-17 02:54:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean, mini roundabouts can be awkward if it is busy! As you approach the roundabout, keep a lookout as to which out of the three cars (it's usually three) including yourself, gets there first. Then that one (the first car) normally goes first and if you hurry up and make your move you can take your right of way when it is your turn. It gets worse if you pull up at the mini roundabout and then dither, waiting for everyone else to go round. Eye contact is important too, to the other drivers, so they know you have seen them.
I've been driving for about 7 years and I still get nervous in towns when it's rush hour and if you get a few crappy drivers who just go when they feel like it at mini roundabouts so I know how you feel! Round our way, there are three mini roundabouts all joined together - now that's confusing - I don't know why they didn't just build one big normal roundabout!!!
2007-12-17 10:58:11 · answer #2 · answered by JoJi 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just remember that its give way to the right. If someone on the left lets you go and the person on the right is stopped, then put your foot down and go. Its pretty much a free for all on those roundabouts. You will soon learn to judge it better when you have been driving for a while.
2007-12-17 10:56:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
If any traffic is coming from your right, or coming from in front of you and signalling to turn right, across your path, give way. If you are not sure, give way.
One good way of practising is to go to a local mini roundabout, on foot, and watch what everybody else does. When you think it would be safe to move, count 3 slowly and see if you would have made it.
2007-12-19 12:44:29 · answer #4 · answered by grenmatta 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know the rule, so it's just a matter of time & practice - suddenly you'll realise you've got it! Don't panic, few people seem to know what to do, you're clearly one of the few who does.
In a town near here there's three of 'em, all in a row and NOBODY knows what to do about them, including the Council who put them there - they just repaint them every now and then. They're like three dustbin lids plonked on the road, one after the other. We all just hesitate, look at other drivers and eventually someone makes a decision and goes -carefully.
2007-12-17 11:24:29 · answer #5 · answered by champer 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes you always give way to the right and indicate when coming off ,if your not sure always wait just remember you will get there we all had to learn, i stalled on a big roundabout when i was learning i was terrified cars was swerving around me, but i did get there (pass my test) keep it up you will be fine good luck and let us no when you do your test.
2007-12-17 11:06:00 · answer #6 · answered by annie6 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
just relax and take your time. If you think someone is coming from the right then stop and let them pass, only go if you are 100% sure.
Don't worry about other drivers behind you who are in a rush- if you have L plates on and they beep you they are just very rude and inconsiderate.
Trust me after a while you will build up your confidence and you will be able to read the road better
Good luck
2007-12-17 10:58:56 · answer #7 · answered by billy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh Dear. you have problems. Just remember in the UK give way to the right. You should be aware how fast can you pull away. if the oncoming traffic is to close , don't pull out, if it's not pull out. Be aware what's around you. Think of it as a game of chess - you must be aware where every piece in the game is and have a good guess at where the next move will be.
2007-12-17 11:05:18 · answer #8 · answered by tim h 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Listen to what your instructor is telling you. You can only drive one car let those in front worry about what they are going to do, ensure those behind know what you are going to do. Above all do not listen to smart people who tell you you are incapable of learning.You are. We have all gone through this sort of thing before our driving test. As you gain confidence you will wonder what the problem was. You will continue to learn to drive after you pass your driving test. In fact I would say you start tolearn after you pass that test
2007-12-17 11:02:27 · answer #9 · answered by Scouse 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Mini roundabouts should be treated exactly as any other roundabout..........all other drivers out there all had "L" plates before they passed there test. HOPE TO SEE YOU ON THE ROAD ONE DAY WITHOUT YOUR "L" PLATES.
GOOD LUCK!
2007-12-17 11:06:58 · answer #10 · answered by The Special One 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋