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While following a long coach approaching a junction, you notice it signalling to turn left, but the vehicle begins moving towards the right side of the road. What action should you take?

  1. A
    Overtake the coach on its left-hand side while the lane is temporarily clear
  2. Hold back behind the coach and give it enough space to complete the manoeuvreAnswer
  3. C
    Move into the gap on the coach's offside and sound your horn
  4. D
    Flash your headlights to indicate that the coach driver has priority to turn

Answer

Hold back behind the coach and give it enough space to complete the manoeuvre.
Long vehicles such as buses and coaches need extra room to negotiate tight corners at junctions. To avoid clipping the kerb with their rear wheels, drivers often swing out to the opposite side before turning. Drivers following behind must recognize this manoeuvre, hold back, and allow sufficient clearance.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the vehicle type and its intended manoeuvre from the direction indicator
Recognise that a long coach is preparing to turn left.
Large and long passenger transport vehicles have extended wheelbases and wide turning circles.
2
Interpret the vehicle's road positioning
Understand that the coach is moving out to the right to prevent its rear wheels from mounting the kerb on the left.
Long vehicles must often swing out wide to clear the radius of a tight corner.
3
Determine the safe driving response
Maintain a safe distance behind the coach and wait patiently until the turn is completed.
Attempting to undertake or squeeze alongside increases collision risk and blocks the coach.

Key Concept

Understanding long vehicle turning arcs and swept space requirements
Estimated Time:50s
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Buses and Coaches

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