If you see a sign with a photo of an animal (see example), watch out for possible animals in or near the roadway. If you see animals or livestock near the roadway, slow down and continue carefully. Be sure to follow the instructions of the person responsible for the animals. If you see a stray animal in your path, slow down or stop if it is safe. Do not swerve, otherwise you risk losing control of your vehicle and causing an accident. Beware of sudden movements of animals, as they are unpredictable and can run on the pavement. Reducing speed allows you to see more time to see details of the urban driving environment such as pedestrians, road hazards and traffic. You also have time to analyze what you see and predict what might happen, react to hazards that might require quick reflexes, and make decisions to safely change direction and avoid dangerous situations. Yes, you need to adapt your driving style to road conditions.
The rules of right of way should be accompanied by common sense and courtesy. Since 2010, more than 30,000 people have been killed and 100,000 seriously injured on California roads. This deadly trend is getting worse, especially for people who walk or cycle. We have seen an increase of nearly 50% in the annual number of pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries since 2010 and an increase of more than 60% in the number of cyclists killed each year. You should never overtake on the left or leave the road on the left if the cars in front signal a left turn. The following California DMV videos provide excellent information about traffic rules. These videos are not required to take this course. However, you may want to check them out now or come back to them later. You can continue with the lesson quiz at any time. The speed limit is 15 mph within 100 feet of a crossing where you cannot see the lanes at 400 feet in either direction. You can drive at more than 15 mph if the intersection is controlled by barriers, a warning signal or a flagger. California is doing everything in its power to implement comprehensive road safety measures to prevent fatalities and serious injuries on our roads.
It includes strategies to reduce our reliance on driving, design roads and intersections, and expand opportunities for safe walking and cycling. When entering “T” intersections, vehicles have priority in the traffic lane. Driving in California can be a joy if you`re driving along a coastal road. It can also be frustrating when you`re trapped in notorious traffic jams in urban areas like Los Angeles or San Francisco. No matter where in this vast state you drive, it is always good to be aware of the rules and regulations of driving. Here are a few to consider for your road trip in 2019 or beyond. To turn right safely, you must approach the right side of the road (watch out for bicycles or motorcycles between your vehicle and the sidewalk). It is illegal to follow too closely given traffic and road conditions. They could be cited for tailgating. I hope the information in this California driver`s guide can help everyone on the road – motorists, cyclists and pedestrians – reach their destination safely. Because it`s not just about learning the rules of the road. It could be a matter of life and death.
The speed limit, if it can be safely exceeded, does not exceed 10 mph. This speed limit applies in a safety zone or intersection where a streetcar, cart or bus is stopped and traffic is controlled by a peace officer or traffic light. A safety zone is marked by raised buttons or markings on the road and reserved for pedestrians. You will most often see safety zones in areas where trams or trams and vehicles share the roadway. If driving on lanes with two or more lanes moving in the same direction, stay as close to the centre of the lane as possible. Only change lanes if there is enough space between vehicles to safely enter traffic in the next lane with at least 4 seconds apart. If you are crossing or entering city or road traffic from a point, use your turn signal and leave a space large enough to match the speed of other vehicles.
