7 Important Lessons For Those Who Still Don't Know How To Use A Roundabout
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7 Important Lessons For Those Who Still Don't Know How To Use A Roundabout

For those that just don't get it.

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7 Important Lessons For Those Who Still Don't Know How To Use A Roundabout
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I think everyone at Troy University is on the same page with this new roundabout. Why create another one if we don't know how to use the ones we already have? When I think about whether or not it's worth it to be an idiot on the road, I always think, "is my life really worth risking for an extra 2 minutes I would save by doing this?" The answer is always "no." Don't worry, because today I am going to go through some helpful driving instructions that will not only make you a better driver but will make you a lot less of a pain to drive with on the road.

1. DO yield to those INSIDE the roundabout.

When approaching the roundabout, look left. If there is already traffic inside, wait for an opening to merge.

2. DON'T stop for those OUTSIDE the roundabout IF you're already INSIDE.

One huge pet peeve I have is when I'm following someone in the roundabout and that person SLAMS on their brakes to let someone outside, in. Once you're inside, KEEP MOVING. Ugh.

3. DO indicate your intent to EXIT.

This way, pedestrians and cyclists know of your intentions.

4. DON'T indicate your intent to ENTER.

There's really no need to signal your intent to enter. I mean, it's not the end of the world if you do, but we all know you're going right.

5. DO keep MOVING while you're INSIDE.

See my second point.

6. DO go at an appropriate speed.

There should be a speed limit sign nearby, but one way to determine if you're going too fast would be to pay attention if your car is on 2 wheels as opposed to 4.

7. DON'T forget to look out for PEDESTRIANS.

We all know Troy University students are tired and weary, and we don't tend to look both ways before crossing the road. I can only imagine this will get worse with this new roundabout. So make sure to constantly look out for those who may not have had their morning coffee, are late for class, or just don't care.

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