Expressway Driving Entering, lane changing, and exiting

Why Do Fewer Collisions Happen on Expressways? Cross traffic is eliminated. Expressways have a median or barrier between opposing traffic lanes. Pedestrians, non-motorized vehicles, and slow- moving vehicles are not permitted. Wide shoulders and extra-wide underpasses provide good escape paths. Expressway signs are designed to help drivers anticipate conditions well ahead.

Entering an Expressway entrance ramp acceleration lane merging area REMEMBER the vehicle entering the expressway must yield the right of way to the vehicles already on the roadway.

Lane Changes Change lanes one lane at a time. Always signal, even if no other vehicles are present. Check traffic in the outside and inside mirrors. Check blind-spots in the area you want to move. If clear, accelerate gently and move into lane. Cancel turn signal after completed lane change.

Exiting an Expressway deceleration lane exit ramp

Steps for Exiting an Expressway Well ahead of time (at least ½ mile), move into lane position 3 of the lane that leads to the deceleration lane. Flash brake lights to warn drivers behind that you are slowing. Check rear zones. Slow gradually and keep a safe cushion ahead and behind.

Steps for Exiting an Expressway stopyieldIdentify the exit ramp speed sign. Check your speed and adjust to posted limit. PREDICT a stop or yield sign at the end of the exit ramp. Be Alert!

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