waddy640:
Whilst taking my PCV driving test I wanted to take the third exit at roundabout so I indicated right and then left as I passed second exit. Got failed for that.
ROG:
At what position on the clock face was the exit you wanted - 11 o’clock, 2 o’clock etc
waddy640:
It was about the two o’ clock position
If that 2 o’clock exit was exit number 3 then I fail to see what you did wrong unless the indication was done a little too early/late - it’s very hard to say for certain as I was not there
It was because, according to him, the fact that there were lane markings.
I also failed on the downhill start because I didn’t pretend the coach was loaded and changed into too higher gear. He was aware that I had a class one and was therefore aware of driving heavy vehicles.
waddy640:
It was because, according to him, the fact that there were lane markings.
That might make a difference - if you got into the wrong lane to start with and were deemed to be cutting across to make the exit then that might be the reason.
If that was the case then the better option would be to do a full circuit of the roundabout and line up better for the second attempt.
Imagaine being the grey car in the diagram and wanting exit 4 (2 o’clock exit)
It might be safe to cut across if clear but if not sure then go around again
If I remember right - lane markings for left and right turns need no indication as they are compulsory right or left turns…is that right Rog? Or has my memory gone
Rick B:
If I remember right - lane markings for left and right turns need no indication as they are compulsory right or left turns…is that right Rog? Or has my memory gone
A designated marked lane only requires an indication if it is necessary to warn another road user of your intention
This can be to inform pedestrians or where the lane, whilst on a roundabout for example, has another option added to it usually by the use of different arrow markings.
Simon:
I use a simple method of divining a drivers intentions on a roundabout.
I look at their position on their entry to the roundabout.
If they come from my 12 o’clock, not indicating right, that means they are taking the exit of my entry, so I go.
Surprisingly I have had quite a few drivers find fault with this method , and display there displeasure by finding their horn button . If they can’t find their indicator stalk, how can they know where the horn is
I have found that stopping, exactly where I am when I hear their toot, and gently reminding the driver of their obligation to inform others of their intentions by use of the indicators is usually quite well received.
I point out that twitching their finger slightly against this stalk will make orange flashy lights on the outside of their car operate. I have, in the past, been able to show them the exact stalk required, by waving it forcibly in front of their face.
Funnily enough, I’ve never reminded anyone on their indication more than once.
Excellent post. I think this is the only way to approach roadabouts these days.
, and display there displeasure by finding their horn button 
. If they can’t find their indicator stalk, how can they know where the horn is 