Junctions Made Simple: Turning Left, Turning Right, and Emerging Safely
Junctions feel pressured because you’re combining skills: mirrors, speed, positioning, and timing. Use a simple system and they become predictable.
Approach routine (mirrors, position, speed, look)
Check mirrors, position early, reduce speed smoothly, then look and decide. Rushing causes mistakes.
Turning left safely
Avoid cutting the corner. Watch for pedestrians crossing the side road you’re turning into.
Turning right safely
Keep your wheels straight when waiting. Watch oncoming traffic, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Emerging and choosing safe gaps
A safe gap is one where you can join without forcing someone else to brake or change direction. If visibility is restricted, creep forward carefully and be prepared to stop again.
With practice, junctions become routine — not scary.
