Module 7: Roundabouts
Using roundabouts
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What you will learn
and signal correctly at a roundabout.
- Who you give way to
- How to signal for each exit
- Choosing a lane
Give way to your right
LawWhen you enter a roundabout, you must to all vehicles that will cross in front of you – that is, vehicles coming from your right, including those already on the roundabout.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)Signalling
LawTurning left (first exit): signal left as you approach. Going straight: don't signal on approach, then signal left as you pass the exit before yours. Turning right (or going more than halfway around): signal right as you approach, then signal left as you pass the exit before yours.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)Choosing a lane
LawOn multi-lane roundabouts, use the lane shown by road markings for the exit you want. Usually the left lane is for turning left or going straight and the right lane is for going straight or turning right.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)Knowledge check
A few quick questions – no timer, no pressure.
This yellow warning sign shows three curved arrows in a circle. What is ahead?
Summary
- to vehicles from your right.
- Always signal left when leaving.
- Follow lane arrows on multi-lane roundabouts.
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- Official sourceView official source: Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi – Land Transport Rules index
- Official sourceView official source: General Road Code (car drivers) (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
- Official sourceView official source: Road Code – Signs, signals and markings (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi – Look for the road signs, signals and road markings chapters