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The Trouble With Roundabouts

The Trouble With Roundabouts

Roundabouts aren't nearly as common in the US as in Europe, but over the next few years we may begin to see them with greater frequency. Roundabouts are designed to increase traffic efficiency and create safer driving conditions, but let's face it...they can be downright confusing if you haven't encountered one before. The first time I entered one I immediately flashed back to the movie National Lampoon's European Vacation where Clark got his family stuck in a seemingly never ending loop while repeating "Hey kids! There's Big Ben. There's Parliament" while becoming increasingly frustrated. To avoid the same fate, here's a few things to remember:

1. Approach carefully. Watch for pedestrians, bicyclists, and yield to drivers already in the roundabout. They’ll be approaching from your left. 

2. When it’s clear to pull into the roundabout, put on your turn signal as you normally would and go. If you’re entering a multilane roundabout, observe the signs to determine which lane you're expected to merge into. The outside lane is usually used for entering and exiting the roundabout. Pay attention to your surroundings and what other drivers are doing.

3. If you miss your exit, you can just go around again! Other cars should yield to you while you are continuing your circle.

4. When exiting the roundabout, signal, and be sure to watch out for pedestrians and bicyclists. 

5. While accidents are rare, they do happen. If it happens to you, don't panic. Carefully exit the roundabout if possible and pull into a safe area before exchanging information with the other party. Be sure to get the other driver's information and get a quote from a trusted auto body shop such as Service King San Pedro located in San Antonio city, TX.

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Written By: Todd Hendrickson

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