Which is the safest way to enter traffic?
You are getting on a highway which has a very short entrance lane. The safest way for you to enter the flow of traffic would be to A. Use as much ramp as possible to get up to cruising speed. B. Use the left lane of the highway to get up to cruising speed.
What do police do when they want to stop your car?
If the police want to stop your vehicle they will, where possible, attract your attention by flashing blue lights, headlights or sounding their siren or horn, usually from behind directing you to pull over to the side by pointing and/or using the left indicator.
Is it permissible to leave the engine running in traffic?
However it is permissible to leave the engine running if the vehicle is stationary in traffic or for diagnosing faults. *The 30 mph limit usually applies to all traffic on all roads with street lighting unless signs show otherwise. †60 mph (96 km/h) if articulated or towing a trailer.
Is it safe to drive at the speed of a street light?
You MUST NOT exceed the maximum speed limits for the road and for your vehicle (see the speed limits table ). The presence of street lights generally means that there is a 30 mph (48 km/h) speed limit unless otherwise specified. The speed limit is the absolute maximum and does not mean it is safe to drive at that speed irrespective of conditions.
When to proceed in a crosswalk with a pedestrian?
CHP Officer Jon Sloat said the answer is that you can proceed once the pedestrian is not at any risk of being hit, even if he suddenly whirled around and headed back in front of your car. “There’s nothing in the vehicle code” about waiting until the pedestrian has reached the sidewalk, he said.
What should you do if your car is stopped at an intersection?
Instead follow the pace of traffic so your actions are predictable. If a vehicle is stopped at an intersection or in the middle of the intersection, use extra caution when proceeding. Watch for cross traffic, other cars may be running a red light or a stop sign. Always be aware of what other drivers are doing.
When do you have the right of way at an intersection?
The right of way is whoever reaches the intersection first, then goes in turn to the right of the drivers. If there is confusion about who has the right of way always allow the other car to go first or wait until they signal you to go. If there is a car in front of you, wait 2 seconds until you move forward in case they make a sudden stop.
What should you do if your car shuts off while driving?
When your car shuts off while driving on the road randomly, the first thing you should check is your car fuel tank. An empty fuel tank happens to most of us. Of course, you can not drive a car with no fuel. Thus, looking at the fuel gauge may definitely save you from standing on the roads for hours and hours.