How to Navigate a Roundabout

Navigating a Single-Lane Roundabout

1. 
   Slow down as you approach the roundabout. At this point, you should see a "Roundabout Ahead" sign followed by a "Yield" sign. The recommended speed is normally 15 - 20 mph (24 - 32 kph).^[2]
2. 
   Look to your left before entering the roundabout and yield to any oncoming traffic. Traffic already in the roundabout has the right-of-way. Do not enter unless a safe gap is present. If there is no traffic in the roundabout, you may enter the roundabout without yielding.^[3]

   1. Crosswalks are placed one or two car-lengths before the roundabout itself. Yield to any pedestrians who are in, or about to enter, the crosswalk.
3. 
   Enter the roundabout when there is a safe gap in traffic. Maintain a low speed as you maneuver through the roundabout and proceed to your exit.^[4]
4. 
   Engage your turn signal as you approach your desired exit. This will inform other drivers that you wish to exit the roundabout, easing confusion.^[5]
5. 
   Yield only to pedestrians in the crosswalk or emergency vehicles when exiting a roundabout. Remember that drivers inside the roundabout have the right-of-way. Unless a pedestrian is crossing the crosswalk or an emergency vehicle, such as an ambulance, is entering or exiting the roundabout, proceed through the exit without stopping or slowing down.^[6]

   1. If an emergency vehicle is about to enter or has already entered the roundabout, do not stop in the roundabout. Instead, exit out your original destination and only then pull over.