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Difficulty: EasyLane Discipline and Positioning

You are driving behind a long articulated lorry that is approaching a left turn into a narrow side road. The lorry signals left but moves towards the right-hand side of the lane before turning. What should you do?

  1. A
    Move into the gap on the left-hand side to pass the lorry before it turns
  2. Stay well back behind the lorry and wait for it to complete the turnAnswer
  3. C
    Flash your headlights and quickly overtake the lorry on the right before it moves further
  4. D
    Pull up close alongside the left of the lorry where the driver can see you in their side mirrors

Answer

Stay well back behind the lorry and wait for it to complete the turn.
Long vehicles such as articulated lorries require additional road space to manoeuvre around tight corners. A driver of a long vehicle will often swing out towards the right before turning left to prevent the rear wheels from mounting the kerb. You should remain well behind the vehicle, giving it plenty of space and time to finish the manoeuvre.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recognise the turning requirements and swept path of long vehicles.
Understand that the lorry is swinging out to the right in order to create sufficient turning room for its rear trailer.
Long vehicles need extra space so their rear wheels do not mount the pavement or strike street furniture.
2
Maintain safe road positioning by staying well back in your lane.
Keep your vehicle visible in the lorry's mirrors and completely clear of the turning arc.
Leaving ample clearance prevents entering the driver's blind spot and avoids collision with the swinging trailer.

Key Concept

Lane positioning and clearance when following long turning vehicles
Estimated Time:45s
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Lane Discipline and Positioning

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