How to Turn Left At An Intersection (Theory) to Pass Your Road Test | Pass a Road Test Smart
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Turning left is a high risk manoeuvre for any driver, but more so for new drivers. Scanning the intersection thoroughly and judging the gap required to safely move through the intersection are learned skills.
More important, steering the vehicle in the correct path of travel varies with different intersections. To learn left-hand turns, begin with residential streets and back roads. When you become comfortable with left hand turns in quieter areas, move to busier intersections.
Observe, observe, observe!! Scan the intersection thoroughly and ensure that you look for pedestrians, cyclists & people on scooters on the cross-street where you are turning. And be sure that you have adequate gap between you and the oncoming traffic and that there aren't other road users in the intersection that may block your intended path of travel through the intersection.
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I think I understand everything better now than I learned in my behind the wheel and driver's education classes. They did teach me stuff, but your videos really sum it all up! It all makes sense! Thanks!
Hi Catherine Lee - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I make sure to check twice before I make a left turn, or any other turns I do when I am driving. I also stay alert with everything that is going on around me. I limit all of my distractions as well.
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I am learning so much and you explain things in so much detail. I failed my first road test bc I got super nervous but I am determined to get my license this time. 🤩 thank you for all the videos you make. It helps a lot.
the green arrow is the protected turn. Where oncoming traffic stops for you. You can turn on green light, but you have to yield for on coming traffic right?
Yes, the person turning on the left side yield the right to the people driving straight (oncoming traffic)
For new drivers.
When turning left make sure good observation and always look into the road your going into
The entrance might have some debris on the road or someone might b at their vehicle so you might have to adjust your turn to take this into account.
Take your time nice slow speed and relax. when you have completed the turn then build up speed gradually to match the road speed limit and of course weather conditions.
Be safe and have fun.
Im a new ish driver id say one thing that eases my anxiety at left turns is to know the other drivers possible moves, so the lights green meaning you dont have to worry about cars coming left or right (check to make sure anyway) so your mostly looking out for cars in front of you and pedestrians to your left definitely eases my worries
Very informative thank you.
Hi Jacquil A - you are most welcome my friend. See this video too my friend: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Patient and awareness is the key for making left hand turn.
Hi Hùng Kiệt - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you so very much
Hi Mahshid Lalehzari - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I have a problem with intersections with medians and where to position my car at the medians. At times the medians seem really thin/lean to be a median which kind of puts me in a dilemma if I would be blocking the incoming traffic ( from behind my car). Could you suggest a video on left turn with medians?
Sir u r an amazing instructor 👍🏻
Hi Pooja Grover - Thank you for your kind words my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers!
Hi,thanks for all these videos. Helped a lot. Can you post a video about “ yields" when driving. Like who has the right way when I'm in yield lane. Ty
Hi Ty - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. This video may help: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do or the video didn't answer your questions, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Kind of a late response but for people who has a similar question as this one: if you are in a lane with a yield sign you must let the traffic on the through road have the right of way. You can enter the intersection without stopping if there are no other pedestrians, cyclists, or vehicles in the through road, but you should slow down and stop if necessary.
This information can be found in the ICBC Learn to Drive Smart manual. Hope it helps :)
Hi rick I went to the patchogue site of DMV u can find it by zip 11784 or go on dmv patchogue site I started test on Amity st making left on Division st I was at stop sign street across had it but division didn’t traffic moving both ways town of patchogue in Suffolk county ny thanks so much I really appreciate the help
my problem is i dont know how much to turn, in other word when to stop turning and steering back... Rich, all your videos are so helpful! Thank you!
Hi Xian Wang - apologies for the late response. You are most welcome. How is the practice going with the turning and steering? If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
You turn enough to clear the centre line that will be on your left..and don't cross any part of the line on your right hand.
If your talking about the physics of turning. Stick to taking the bus. We don't need more people with out basic motor functions on the road
When I did my G2 Entry Exam a couple weeks ago in Walkerton, Ontario, I was told to do a left turn at an intersection by the instructor. I did my signal early and slowed down and stopped at the thick white line. The light was green but I couldn't turn due to a stream of oncoming vehicles still crossing the intersection. A driver behind me starting honking like mad. As far as I could tell I did not do anything wrong and the instructor said nothing. A gap appeared and I took the turn. She told me that I did fine but next time to go further up.
What did she mean? I did pass the test though.....what a relief because I was positive that I failed.
Hi DigikidForever - that is BRILLIANT news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. My Mom lives in Wingham. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
When making a left turn, you should pull up so your front steer tires are on the front crosswalk line. Have a look at this video: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html
If the light is green, you can stop part way into the intersection and wait for oncoming traffic to clear. If the light is red, you must stop at the line.
Man, whoever's was honking at you, I hope both sides of their pillow were warm that night
Hello Rick, turning left to multiple lanes if you are already positioned on the thick white line and waiting for a safe turn, and didn't proceed bec of the crazy busy upcoming traffic and seeing that cars are not slowing, would that be considered as a failure for a road test?
This helped a lot. My instructor told me to go straight and then turn when in line with the lane I’m turning into. I ended up failing for wide right and left turns.
Hi brownsfan64 - 6-7-1 - We're happy to hear we could help out. Have a look at this video too my friend: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you for your helped video. I will take my G class road test next week. I
just confused that need I waiting in the intersection when the cars opposite me are turning right? Even we will enter different lanes. Thank you!
Hi Sarah Wang - see this vid my friend: ruclips.net/video/ksbCcdOjwY8/видео.html Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
Should you move your car past the white line in a big interaction? Some interactions are very wide and it'd be difficult to find a gap if you don't move forward. In that case, how much should you move forward? Thanks!
Hi Kayung Caleb Lai - Thank you for your comment and query. Even in big intersections for the purpose of preparing for your road test, stay with the steer tires on the front crosswalk line. When you see the gap approaching, start to move forward to meet the gap. If you are preparing for a road test, I would encourage you to take a practice driving test if you're not already taking driving lessons. That way you'll know whether to use my technique, or move into the intersection which is the other school of thinking. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks Rick! I'm taking the road test tomorrow. been watching a lot of your videos. really helpful, will do what you say :)!
Hi Kayung Caleb Lai - Thank you for your comment. We're happy to hear the information is helping out. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
You're awesome Rick, thanks!
I have a question for instance I’m turning left and the opposite/ accross the intersection other driver is taking left too. Then who has the right of way or we both can take left in opposite direction???
Hello, I'll be doing a G road test in Ontario soon. You said for the purpose of a road test that after making a left turn you should go into the right lane. Is this correct? Even if the instructor doesn't tell you to go into the right lane?
Hi The Grabbin' Dragon - Thank you for your comment and query. Unless the examiner is going to get you to turn left immediately, then yes, you move over to the right lane immediately after turning left and getting the vehicle straight. Have a look at this video for more information my friend: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Great video. But let's say you are at an intersection about turning left with your front wheels outside the crosswalk waiting for a safe gap to make your turn while the light is green. Just when you have enough gap to make your turn you noticed a pedestrian crossing on the road you are about turning to, you waited for the pedestrian to finish crossing but light has now turned red. So what do you do in this situation, remember your front wheels are already outside the crosswalk?
Hi Abimbola Orebe - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment and query. If your light is about to go yellow, it is very unlikely that there is going to be a pedestrian on the cross street. Also, when your light goes to yellow, you MUSt clear the intersection. See this video for more information: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
More and more people cross against the light..when they should be waiting. Big cities are the worse.
So I suggest that you but and install a trucks air horn. That make them those pedestrian law breakers run. If they're not slipping on their own poo.
Hi how about you are about to turn left and its green light and the incoming traffic is turning right which one of us have a roght of way?
Hi Pinoy Sudbury - Thank you for your query. It's always right turning over left turning my friend. This video may help too: ruclips.net/video/aLfiLdPEC6U/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Your videos are extremely helpful. I have a question about this one though. At the 7:26 minute mark you say, "Accelerate with your left foot." Did you mean to say left, or right? Thank you.
Hi Bert Bell - Thank you for your comment and clarification. I'm sure I meant to say right foot. Odd that as a driving instructor and telling people to go right and left all day, I'm right & left impaired!! ;pP If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Need same midnight drive videos
Can I make a left turn on red light from two-way lane to one-lane ?
Hi VEDANT PATIL - Thank you for your question. What does your driving handbook say about that turn? All the best, Cheers Rick
I've been researching about left hand turns because in Indiana people tend to turn to the far right lane of the street they intend to turn into, instead of turning to the left lane. Apparently it's not an illegal thing to do because of a judge's interpretation of the law. Thoughts?
Hi Mikei97 - thanks for your comment. Actually, if you look at the legislation, you may find it is against the law. Look for turning in the Highways Traffic Act there in Indiana and I'm sure you'll find something about turning right - right lane to right lane; and left, left lane to left lane OR turn into the closest lane. As well, it is dangerous because you're turning and merging at the same time. And finally, it's an unpredictable action. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Yes..it's not idea.but if you need to get into a place like a gas station...that they often place on intersection cross road corners. You can do the legal thing. By legally turning g into the left lane from the left lane. And slowly, with great care. Indicate and then move into the the right lane to turn into the gas station or other entrance. You won't be asked to turn off of the roadway like that on a driving test..but you can do it legally.
Hello, on a two lane road can two cars that are on opposite sides of the light turn left at the same time? I often run into this and a lot of times the other car will stop and not move at all and I'm not sure what to do. If I see a steady stream of cars behind them should I let them turn first in case the cars are going straight or turning right? Thanks!
Hi ravenspace26 - Thank you for your comment. Yes, if two cars are turning left they can proceed at the same time so long as there isn't any oncoming traffic. Have a look at this playlist for more information: ruclips.net/p/PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Firstly. You have worded your question to be a bit questionable as to creat a proper picture.
And don't say... "RUN INTO" when it comes to a driving question😁
I had a road test yesterday and I"m failed. He said I am late to put my signal on before I turn letf and I am also to fast to drive to turn left.It was my first time to drive.
Hi Maricel Alvez - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - you'll have a different examiner on the next attempt.
Thanks for the video. I always have trouble finding the right spot to turn, i mean like I know where my car should stand before steering the wheels (theoretically) but don't know how to locate that in the driver's point of view. And I also have trouble with my speed when turning, i turn too slow… hopefully you'll have turning instruction video in the driver's point of view. Thanks!!
My road test is coming and I'm so screw…
Hi Trang Tran - thank you for your comment and query. Have a look at this video for speed control: ruclips.net/video/I19WKgoQqxY/видео.html and this video for better understanding of the primary controls: ruclips.net/video/dJpMKkwEhxI/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/w3Dc8k1jOq8/видео.html And be sure to have a look at the turning playlist for further tips on turning: ruclips.net/p/PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I just give up.. I'll see you on the t.v. show CANADA'S WORSE DRIVER.
today is my roadtest i hope i will passed!!!!😇
Hi Natasha Lei Corrales - You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
How did the test go? Cheers Rick
What if you are turning left and on coming traffic gets into a right turning lane with a yield sign...who has to yield
Hi Tresa Glover - Thank you for your comment and query. Straight through traffic has the right-of-way over turning traffic; and right turning traffic has the right-of-way over left turning traffic. See this video for more information: ruclips.net/video/-N_7P9oWTAA/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Your question does not have enough information to answer
Hi Rick . Failed my driving test today in Connecticut . Had a Controlled intersection with a stop sign( no signal ) , i had to turn left using the left lane only. I stopped at the stop sign then slightly went ahead . Was failed right away . Instructer said , I should not move ahead at all and simply waited .
Hi sony desai - sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident you'll get it next time. Was it a 2-way stop or a 4-way stop? All the best, Cheers Rick
You most likely didn't wait for 3 seconds
Different instructors and locations. Countries etc have different laws..Did you read the rules where you live?
i love ur videos v informative i took a road test yesterday and she failed me as i started not sure wat i did wrong so i pull out go to stop sign. its an intersection there is stop sign on opposite side but traffic coming from left and right have no stop signs. so i stop at white line for stop sign . since i could not see traffic well i creep up a bit to see to make left turn. she said i failed as i was obstructing traffic. i dont understand how should i have done this correctly without creeping up?? its a bling spot. i am in long island NY plz help im not having much luck w road tests
Hi anita M - Thank you for your comment. And sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt and bad experience. Could you send me the address of the intersection and I'll have a look on google maps? Also, if you didn't understand the reason, I might suggest that you go back to the DMV and asked for a further explanation. With a bit of practice, we're confident you'll be successful next time. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
i took my road test a few hours ago and i passed
Hi Kayla Hess - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and for your stellar endorsement. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Smart Drive Test I took it in Conway, South Carolina and next year when I move back to pa I will be driving back alone on my first ever road trip :)
Hi Kayla Hess - Thank you for your reply. A road trip solo to PA sounds awesome. Be sure to do a bit of navigation and route planning first and that will ease some of the stress. We've added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
So, the point of doing the zig-zag in the intersection is to get out of the way of the cars behind you ...so that as you're turning you they won't bump you into on-coming traffic on both your left and right?
Hi Jewel Thompson - Thank you for your question. The purpose of the jig-jog is to see past the large vehicle on the opposite side of the intersection. You move to the left, but so far that you're not in the way of oncoming traffic. And you bring your wheels back to straight so that in the unlikely event of being rear-ended, you don't get pushed into oncoming traffic. All the best, Cheers Rick
If you live in Connecticut, do NOT slide the steering wheel back. You have to put it back by doing hand-over-hand to the right.
Hi FlipnotePikachu - Thank you for your comment. Thank you for that information - where are you in CT? I have found that the manipulating the steering wheel back tends to be localized with different driving instructors and examiners. I would be interested to hear your story. Thank you. All the best, Cheers Rick
FlipnotePikachu interesting...
I took my road test twice so far and failed both times. During the second attempt, the instructor told me it was because I stalled at the intersection and was too slow/disrupted flow of traffic. Please help?!? I just wanna make sure I'm prepared enough and able to pass the 3rd try. My 3rd attempt is in 2 weeks.
Hi Mcenzy Campbell - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers
1) Where in the world are you taking your driving test?
2) Are you driving a manual car for your test?
I have a question, let’s say im making a left turn in a 4 lane intersection, if a pedestrian is walking towards me on the cross walk , meaning the opposite way I am facing, when is it safe for me to make the turn? When he reaches the middle of the street or until he is completely on the other side? Also is it legal for me to make a left and turn onto the far right lane if safe?
Hi Cesar Guzman - Thank you for your query. Have a look at this video my friend: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html And this video too: ruclips.net/video/tjgFps8i2MY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
What's the point of shoulder checking on left turns? The traffic is in the opposite side anyways?
Hi rinwhr - thank you for your comment and query. Here is the video you seek: ruclips.net/video/MzQAmiEtXzk/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Just answer the guys question with out him needing to play musical RUclipss
How do you turn left with a manual transmission? I’m first gear or second, if you have to keep
Your hands on the steering wheel!!
Have a look at this vid my friend: ruclips.net/video/kTQCvLWLeLM/видео.html All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest thank you very much! stay safe.
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Well, i did my road test last Saturday and I failed again lol, but I redid it today for the 3rd time and I pass yaaaaay!
It only took me three attempts hahaha. Thanks for all
Your feedback and good luck to all those who are wanting to get their licence.
I pass my advanced road test!!! Good luck everyone.
When you are in the left lane and your instructor tells you to turn left at an intersection, do you have to stay in the left lane when you make the turn and wait for them tell you to change to the right lane or do you do it without them telling you?
Hi Michi111996 - Thank you for your comment and query. Unless the examiner tells you to stay in the left lane because you are going to turn left at the next intersection, ensure that you get back over to the right lane as quickly as possible. Examiners--for the most part--are really good at giving you lots of notice. Most of the time you'll move back to the right lane after turning left. But if they want you to turn left, they'll tell you to stay in the left lane. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
would I be marked if I stay in the right lane instead when turning in the intersection? I just want to make sure if it is allowed to go in either one. thanks for the reply :)
Hi Michi111996 - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your clarification. I'm not sure I'm fully understanding what you're asking? Please reword. All the best, Cheers Rick
When you are in the left lane and your instructor tells you to turn left at an intersection into a two-lane road, is it okay if I stay in the right lane? does it matter whether you go into the right or left lane?
You must be joking..yes?
If you don't know this basic..you should keep taking lessons until you do.
Or just keep taking the bus
It's almost too easy to get a license..but after a person does..far too many are still morons on the roads.
Have a nice day.^_^
Well, what if, besides all these valuable advice, you find yourself stuck in the middle of the intersection unable to turn left because of oncoming traffic, and your light turns red? Are the other drivers that now have a green light supposed to let you make the turn? Thank you
Hi Kostas Vlamos - Thank you for your question. Have a look at this video my friend: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If you're in the intersection and the light goes red, you. OWN the intersection, and you must clear it. Check, double check, and triple check that the oncoming traffic is coming to a stop and then proceed to clear the intersection. And watch the pickup truck at 15:30. The driver clears the intersection on a "VERY" red light. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
So when I’m coming to an intersection wanting to take a left I go in the middle of the intersection when the light is green, and I’m waiting until I can safely take the turn, what if it is not safe and to many cars are coming and the light turns yellow, do I take the left because I am in the middle of the intersection? what do I do
Hi showezz - Thank you for your comment. Have a look at this video my friend: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Sir do you have a test thes we can buy from you the road test the will help me a lot I will buy one 😁🤔
Hi oscar suares - yes we do my friend. You can check out the Smarter Driver Course Package here: www.smartdrivetest.com/smarter-driver-package Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Is this for Canada?
Hi fck you - Thank you for your query. This is for all of North America my friend. Have a look at this video too: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Were you able to reply to this user without laughing at his username? LOL!
Which mirror?
Hi Handcrafted Specimen - Thank you for your query. Which mirror for mirror, signal, shoulder check - the centre mirror. See this video: ruclips.net/video/ynynZGrOLFA/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Smart Drive Test Thank you sir
You are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
you look like red foreman
Hi Aaliyah E - thank you for your comment. Yes, other's have said that, and that they keep expecting me to break out into expletives. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Could you be so kind to provide some theory and video for turning left at the intersection with median, basis green light or flashing green light? I just got failed in my road test in BC due to my bad left turns at median, but it seems there are different argument on google where exactly you should wait and check traffic at median...
Hi carrie chan - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. You've got a great attitude and we're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. Have a look at this video: ruclips.net/video/QQskdDGE6LY/видео.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - you'll have a different examiner on the next attempt.