Roundabouts, if you’re not familiar, are those circular intersections which are also called traffic circles or rotaries. Essentially, instead of the usual four-way intersection with right angles and crossroads, it would have smoother edges and you would go around to get across or to turn right or left. You get the picture. Though it may seem like it takes up too much space on the road, the benefits it provides in terms of safety and traffic flow regulation can make up for it.
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Some of the things that I have noticed coming across roundabouts is that generally there are no traffic lights that control the flow of traffic. Motorists can freely enter the circle with caution. Of course, there are usually signs that serve as guides for drivers, but you would yield as usual for those who have right of way. One benefit that roundabouts provide is the reduction of potential conflict points. Unlike four-way intersections, cars do not cross over when they have to turn, instead they go around the circle toward their exit point.
Here’s a video that explains how to use a roundabout:
Here’s another video that shows how a 7-circle roundabout works:
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