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Question of The Week 2

Question of The Week - 09.02.12Is it wise to signal every time one pulls up on the side of the road, considering whether something is behind the car or not? By making the observation checks as normal you will know what is happening all around the car; you now need to decide whether to signal your intentions... You can not make this decision before checking your mirrors because you need to know who needs the signal and who will be affected by it.You will only signal to move off when it will be of help or use to another road user. Do not signal as an automatic response simply because you are moving off.If there is no one to benefit from a signal, it will be a waste of time. Habitual unnecessary signals can also cause problems. By signalling automatically, you run the risk of (eventually) forgetting the necessary observation checks.You might need to signal for pedestrians, cyclists, opposing drivers, drivers emerging ahead or traffic behind ... In fact, for anyone who will benefit!Signal warning!Be careful not to mislead others with signals, for example, sitting with your signal on while several cars pass you could be confusing for other drivers.Mistimed signals can also be dangerous, for example, putting on your signal just as a cyclist or motorcyclist is about to ride past could startle them into braking hard or swerving.Safe driving tip...As an inexperienced driver, there will be times when you are uncertain whether or not to signal. If you have checked all around and are unsure about whether you should signal or not, the chances are that a signal will not do any harm even if it is not strictly necessary.

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