Roundabout on the exam – indicators and lanes

A circular intersection, commonly called a roundabout, is one of the safest types of intersections, and at the same time a source of endless driver discussions. "Should I turn on the left indicator before entering?", "Which lane to exit from?". If you hit a roundabout on the exam – and you surely will – you must know one, consistent version.

Classic Roundabout (without designated directional lanes)

Let's assume we are talking about a typical roundabout with one or two lanes around the island, marked with sign C-12 (circular traffic) and usually A-7 (yield).

1. Entering the roundabout – Indicator?

Here is the most controversy, but the exam interpretation is usually:

• Right indicator: You turn on if you intend to turn into the first exit (i.e., right).
• No indicator: If you go straight or left/U-turn. There is no obligation to turn on the left indicator before the roundabout (although it is not a mistake unless it misleads). More important is the indicator at exit.

2. Lane choice (before entering)

If the roundabout has two lanes:

• Turn right (1st exit): Take right lane.
• Going straight: Usually right lane (unless road markings allow from left too).
• Turn left / U-turn: Take left lane.

3. Driving on the roundabout and exit

This is the key moment.

• You can drive around any number of times (e.g., if you miss the exit).
• Exit signaling: Always turn on RIGHT indicator at the height of the previous exit (i.e.: you pass exit no. 1, turn on right blinker, exit at exit no. 2). Thanks to this, the one who wants to enter knows you are freeing up space.

4. Changing lanes on the roundabout

If you drive in the left lane (inner) and want to exit, you must change lane to right (outer). NOTE: The driver in the right lane has priority! If you drive inside and want to exit, and another car drives in the right lane – you must let them pass (do another circle). Forcing at roundabout exit is a common reason for failed exams.

Turbine Roundabout – Exam Paradise

Turbine roundabouts are those where lanes lead you "themselves". You cannot change lane on them (there are solid lines) or it is limited.

• Rule: Look at vertical and horizontal signs (arrows) BEFORE entering.
• You must take the appropriate lane before entering the roundabout.
• If you enter a "left only" lane, then you must turn left. You won't go straight.
• On turbine roundabouts collision risk at exit is minimal because driving tracks don't cross.

Most common mistakes on the roundabout

1. Exiting without indicator: Others don't know what you are doing, traffic jams up.
2. Indicator too early: You turn on right blinker before the roundabout, and go straight. Driver from first street thinks you are turning, drives out and... BOOM.
3. Cutting the roundabout: Driving "straight through the middle" on a two-lane roundabout, driving over lines.
4. Forcing at entry: Remember that car on the roundabout has priority (with standard signage).

Remember: Roundabout is simply an intersection, just "rolled" into a circle. Stay calm and observe signs before entry.