Left turn city traffic

A left turn in city traffic means, just as the name suggests, that you turn left in city traffic. However, this is not a completely risk-free step, so it is important to plan ahead and to position the car correctly. What is the correct placement depends on the design of the intersection and the driving paths that oncoming traffic can take.

The following are important points to keep in mind when making a left turn in city traffic

• Remember that you have an obligation to give way to oncoming traffic whose lane you are crossing.
• Avoid stopping if possible, assess the speed of oncoming vehicles, and keep your eyes peeled for cyclists and pedestrians who may cross your path.
• Plan in advance where you can stop at the intersection if necessary
• Avoid taking the same route as oncoming traffic that is also going to turn left