When making a turn, what should you do with your lane positioning?

When making a turn, what should you do with your lane positioning?

• A. Move into the proper lane well before the turn
• B. Stay in your current lane and turn from there
• C. Cross into the bike lane
• D. Stop in the middle of the intersection

Answer: (A)

Position yourself early in the lane that matches the direction you’re turning. Moving into the correct lane well before you reach the turn keeps your actions predictable and gives you ample space to complete the turn safely. This also helps you end up in the proper lane on the new street, instead of last-minute lane changes that can surprise other drivers. Staying in your current lane or crossing into a bike lane creates hazards and can be illegal, and stopping in the middle of the intersection blocks traffic and increases the chance of a crash. Signaling and making the lane change before the turn helps you proceed smoothly and safely.

Position yourself early in the lane that matches the direction you’re turning. Moving into the correct lane well before you reach the turn keeps your actions predictable and gives you ample space to complete the turn safely. This also helps you end up in the proper lane on the new street, instead of last-minute lane changes that can surprise other drivers.

Staying in your current lane or crossing into a bike lane creates hazards and can be illegal, and stopping in the middle of the intersection blocks traffic and increases the chance of a crash. Signaling and making the lane change before the turn helps you proceed smoothly and safely.