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tommy steam 08-29-2014 12:14 PM

Be a very, defensive driver.

rubicon 08-29-2014 03:27 PM

The round-a-bouts design allows the continue and even flow of traffic and are far superior to 4 corner intersection and safer. Those have problems are either new to the area, not paying attention or timid drivers. These same driver would have problems in bigger cities with on/off ramps metered ramps etc.

graciegirl 08-29-2014 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by rubicon (Post 930302)
The round-a-bouts design allows the continue and even flow of traffic and are far superior to 4 corner intersection and safer. Those have problems are either new to the area, not paying attention or timid drivers. These same driver would have problems in bigger cities with on/off ramps metered ramps etc.


Someone please post the signs that show how to navigate the roundabout so we can look at them again. The ones that are just prior to all roundabouts. With the arrows and where you should enter in order to exit right, straight or left.

Bogie Shooter 08-29-2014 06:27 PM

They are on the right side and are green........................:icon_wink:

Bonanza 08-29-2014 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by slipcovers (Post 930047)
Apparently, you didn't bother to watch the video. I think the experts in the field, including AARP, know better. I trust their knowledge, education, and testing. The bottom line, they are far safer than lights, or 4 way stops signs... period. It is not too late to "Get out of Dodge"

I didn't know you posted a video, dearie??? I have no problem with "experts knowing better" regarding the circles. What I do have a problem with is their size here in TV and the amount of traffic they need to control. They are simply too small in diameter.

In addition, I'm sure you've noticed because you are so very aware, but the signs posted before entering the circles, belie the painted lines within the circles.

By the way, I don't have a Dodge and never had one.
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Bonanza 08-29-2014 06:56 PM

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Villages PL 08-30-2014 02:40 PM

What's the speed limit on a roundabout? I need to know so I can set my cruise-control.

DougB 08-30-2014 03:28 PM

Those who have trouble with the roundabouts should probably turn in their license. It's not that complicated.

Bonanza 08-30-2014 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by DougB (Post 930741)
Those who have trouble with the roundabouts should probably turn in their license. It's not that complicated.

I guess that means everyone will have to sell their car and buy a bicycle, in-line skates or a Segway!

Barefoot 08-30-2014 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by rubicon (Post 930302)
Those have problems are either new to the area, not paying attention or timid drivers. These same driver would have problems in bigger cities with on/off ramps metered ramps etc.

Unfortunately MANY drivers in TV are new to the area, inattentive, timid, old, poor eyesight, etc. That's why they are living in a retirement community and not driving in bigger cities.

If you read the many previous threads on roundabouts, even posters that have driven the roundabouts for years don't agree on "the rules". But if we all drive defensively, assuming other drivers may cut us off without warning, we'll do OK.

Polar Bear 08-30-2014 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by DougB (Post 930741)
Those who have trouble with the roundabouts should probably turn in their license. It's not that complicated.

You're probably a roundabout veteran. I'm sure they don't feel that simple to those who have never (or rarely ever) driven roundabouts before.

DougB 08-30-2014 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Bonanza (Post 930748)
I guess that means everyone will have to sell their car and buy a bicycle, in-line skates or a Segway!

Not everyone.

Walter123 08-31-2014 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Villages PL (Post 930720)
What's the speed limit on a roundabout? I need to know so I can set my cruise-control.

20 MPH.... and you will have trouble setting your CC to that.

Villages PL 09-02-2014 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Walter123 (Post 930916)
20 MPH.... and you will have trouble setting your CC to that.

Just kidding, I don't have cruise control on my car. I like to go around slowly which is usually not a problem in the summer months. When the traffic gets heavier, the problem is that other cars often try to pass me on my right, as though they are in a hurry.


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