Intersections & Crossings Complete Guide!
Very common in written exams!
"How to turn at intersections" and "Railroad crossing rules".
We've organized tricky points like pulling over for left turns and two-step right turns for mopeds.
How to Turn at Intersections (Cars)
The key words when turning are "In advance (30m before)", "Pull over", "Slow down".
Pull as close as possible to the left edge of the road in advance, and slow down along the edge of the intersection.
*Pulling to the left is to prevent accidents involving motorcycles getting caught on the inside.
● Regular Road Pull to the center of the road in advance, and slow down just inside the center of the intersection.
● One-Way Road Pull to the right edge of the road in advance, and slow down inside the center of the intersection.
*For one-way roads, "Right Edge" and "Not just inside" are key points!
Moped Right Turns (Small vs Two-Step)
Only for Mopeds (50cc), the rule changes between "Small Turn" and "Two-Step Turn" depending on the intersection.
This is the general rule. If there is a right-turn lane, enter it and turn.
If either of the following applies, perform a "Two-Step Turn" where you proceed straight through the intersection and then change direction.
- There is a traffic light AND a "Moped Two-Step Right Turn" sign.
- There is a traffic light AND the road has 3 or more lanes on one side.
Even on a road with 3 or more lanes, if the traffic light is a "Flashing Light (Red or Yellow)", it is considered that traffic is not being directed, so it becomes a Small Turn!
Priority at Uncontrolled Intersections
If cars meet at an intersection without traffic lights, who should yield?
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1. Priority Road is First
The side where the center line continues through the intersection has priority. -
2. Wider Road has Priority
The car on the clearly wider road has priority. -
3. Left Side Priority (If widths are same)
The car coming from your left has priority.
*If there is a "Stop" sign, of course, that side must stop and yield.
*If the other party is a Tram (Streetcar), the Tram has priority regardless of left or right.
Railroad Crossing Rules
- 🛑 Stop Temporarily: Must stop just before the crossing.
- 👀 Safety Check: Look with your eyes and open the window to listen for trains.
- 💨 Pass Through: To prevent stalling inside, pass through the center quickly without changing gears.
Memorize exception rules thoroughly
so you don't lose points on the exam!
Training for Success!