How should you approach a roundabout?

When approaching a roundabout, it is important to slow down and yield to the traffic that is already circulating within the roundabout. This ensures safer interactions with other vehicles that have the right of way. As you approach, you’ll want to assess the flow of traffic and identify any vehicles already in the roundabout. Yielding allows for a more organized flow, reducing the risk of collisions and ensuring that you can merge safely into the traffic patterns.

Additionally, by slowing down, you give yourself adequate time to determine the appropriate gaps in traffic to enter the roundabout without disrupting the movement of other drivers. This approach promotes an orderly system that enhances safety for all road users, including pedestrians who may be present at the entrances or exits of the roundabout.

Entering quickly or ignoring the vehicles already in the roundabout increases the likelihood of accidents, while coming to a complete stop can cause disruptions in traffic flow and become a hazard for both you and other drivers. Therefore, yielding while entering a roundabout is the optimal strategy to maintain safety and efficiency on the road.