What should you do at a traffic circle or roundabout?

When approaching a traffic circle or roundabout, the correct action is to yield to traffic that is already in the circle and to signal your intentions when you are preparing to exit. This practice is essential for maintaining safety and order within the flow of traffic.

Yielding allows you to give right of way to vehicles that are already circulating in the roundabout, which helps to prevent collisions and ensures a smooth transition for all drivers involved. Signaling when exiting is equally important as it communicates your intentions to other drivers and cyclists around you, facilitating better maneuvering and reducing ambiguity about your actions.

Adhering to these guidelines demonstrates good driving practices and contributes to the overall efficiency of traffic flow at roundabouts, which are designed to reduce congestion and improve safety by minimizing the likelihood of high-speed collisions that are more common at traditional intersections.