Roundabouts can be a dangerous place for those either using the road or crossing it. This is probably due to the amount of information and actions which have to be carried out by different people simultaneously. While keeping a look out for other drivers it is essential that you are in the correct lane, have read the relevant road signs, adjusted your speed and as always, Mirrored – Signalled – Manoeuvred.
Priority should always be given to your right and this must be checked, looking forward before moving is important to ensure traffic has started to move and take notice of pedestrians, motorcyclists and other vehicles.
Who is at fault if an accident happens?
Although precautions are often taken at roundabouts in particular, accidents can still happen. Those at fault can be those who have not followed the guidelines for driving above.
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