Cars in the REAR on an On Ramp should NOT try to merge into moving traffic BEFORE the cars in front have merged into the traffic flow. The moving traffic has first right of way, and the first car entering a highway from an On Ramp has right of way BEFORE all other cars who are also entering the highway from the On Ramp. When motorists from behind try to enter a highway before motorists in front, the motorists from behind create additional obstacles to the first car trying to merge into existing traffic. Each driver on the On Ramp MUST wait his / her turn to merge into traffic, without obstructing another driver at the front of the line.
When entering or merging with highway traffic, it is safest to match the speed of the traffic already on the highway. This helps to maintain a consistent flow and reduces the chances of causing a disruption or collision.
When the traffic light turns yellow as you enter the intersection, you should stop if it is safe to do so. If you cannot stop safely, proceed through the intersection with caution.
Signal your intentions and proceed when safe to do so.
When entering a freeway you should always look and make sure that there is an opening for you to enter. You should watch the surrounding traffic.
You should not enter an area with moving equipment unless you are expected to be there and you know the possible movements and routines of the equipment in movement. If you must enter in the area with no previous instructions or training, you must try first to observe the movements and locate the area with no or less traffic. Always, if possible, allow a distance of at least 30 ft (10 m) from equipment and do not transit in front or at back of the line of expected movement, always transit in parallel and at a safe distance from any moving or potentially mobile equipment.
Get your vehicle up to traffic speed, before attempting to merge. Look over your shoulder and in your mirrors, to make sure that you aren't going to hit anyone. Merging is much easier when you are going the same speed as the traffic that you are trying to merge into.
Entering and Leaving ExpresswaysVehicles can enter and leave expressways only at certain points. Because expressway traffic is usually moving at or close to the maximum speed allowed, you need to know how to enter and exit safely.All expressway entrances have three basic parts: an entrance ramp, an acceleration lane, and a merging area. Follow these guidelines to enteran expressway safely:On the entrance ramp, begin checking for an opening in traffic. Signal for your turn.As the ramp straightens into the acceleration lane, speed up. Try to adjust your speed so that you can move into the traffic when you reach the end of the acceleration lane.Merge into traffic when you can do so safely. You must yield the right-of-way to traffic on the expressway. You cannot always count on other drivers moving over to give you room to enter, but do not stop on an acceleration lane unless traffic is too heavy and there is no space for you to enter safely.
When you enter traffic from a stopped and position, always yield the right of way to
Use your indicator signal to advise vehicles on the expressway that you intend to merge. Match your speed with the vehicles in the slow lane, find a gap in the traffic and enter the slow lane.
When you enter traffic from a stopped and position, always yield the right of way to
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