Turning correctly requires proper signalling, positioning, and awareness of other road users. Many collisions happen during turns because drivers fail to check for cyclists, pedestrians, or vehicles coming from unexpected directions.
Right Turns
Signal right early. Position your vehicle close to the right kerb. Yield to pedestrians crossing the road you are turning into — they have priority. Watch for cyclists in the cycle lane on your left who may be going straight ahead while you turn right across their path.
Left Turns
Signal left. Position toward the centre line. Yield to oncoming traffic and to pedestrians crossing the road you are turning into. At traffic lights, a green light does not give you right of way over oncoming traffic for a left turn — wait for a gap.
U-turns
U-turns are permitted unless a sign prohibits them, but you must ensure you do not obstruct or endanger any other road user. U-turns are always forbidden on motorways and near pedestrian crossings, bus stops, and level crossings.
Exam tip: When turning right, always look left for cyclists before completing the turn — this scenario appears frequently in the theory test.