Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikeod
When there is traffic in the opposite left turn lane, the farther into the intersection you go, the less you are able to see down the other side to determine if it is safe to make your turn.
If you wait farther back, you have a better view of the lights to know when they change...
|
In these wide median intersections, you can safely begin your left movement some as you creep into the intersection, increasing, not decreasing, the visibility of oncoming traffic. And of course you have to limit your advancement so you can see the signal. That still leaves plenty of room to move into the intersection.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikeod
The frequency with which people run red lights makes it dangerous to assume you can safely turn when the light turns yellow or red, much less have two or three more cars follow behind you.
If a driver is more comfortable waiting at the stop bar until they are confident it is safe to make their turn, that is what they should do. They are under no obligation to do what they are not comfortable with to expedite your journey.
|
I agree a driver should do only what they are comfortable doing. But if they don't feel comfortable doing the correct things, there are other matters to consider.
You should never take your left turn without looking for approaching traffic, regardless of the status of the signal. But moving into the intersection in preparation for your left turn is the correct procedure.