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Difficulty: EasyLarge Goods Vehicles (LGVs)

You are approaching a roundabout behind a long Large Goods Vehicle (LGV). The driver signals to turn left but moves out towards the right-hand lane. What should you do?

  1. A
    Overtake the lorry on its nearside (left) while the lane is clear
  2. Stay well back behind the vehicle and allow it room to complete the turnAnswer
  3. C
    Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn the driver they are in the wrong lane
  4. D
    Move up close behind the rear bumper so the driver can see you in their mirrors

Answer

Stay well back behind the vehicle and allow it room to complete the turn
Long vehicles such as articulated lorries require extra road space when turning at junctions and roundabouts. To make a left turn without mounting the kerb, the driver often needs to swing out to the right. You should stay well back and allow the driver plenty of room to complete the manoeuvre safely.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recognise the specific road space requirements of articulated large goods vehicles
Understand that long vehicles must swing out in the opposite direction before turning to clear kerbs and road furniture
Articulated lorries and long vehicles have a wide turning circle and their trailers cut the corner
2
Maintain a safe following distance and hold back
Keep out of the vehicle's blind spots and leave the driver enough room to negotiate the junction safely
Prevents collision with the sweeping body or trailer of the LGV

Key Concept

LGV Turning Arcs and Manoeuvring Space
Estimated Time:45s
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Large Goods Vehicles (LGVs)

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