Fuel for the Mindful Driver: Roundabouts
FUEL FOR THE MINDFUL DRIVER: About Roundabouts ‘Round Here More and more intersections have been converted to roundabouts in greater Victoria area. They are designed to keep traffic flowing and have proven effective in many cities for years. However, Victoria drivers are taking a while to get used to them. Most important: Before entering the roundabout, the driver must yield to traffic approaching on the left. This kind of intersection should not be confused with a traffic circle in...
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