Revision question · Rules of the road

Which vehicle might have to take a different course from normal at a roundabout?

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Sports car

Van

Estate car

Long vehicle

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A long vehicle may have to straddle lanes either on or approaching a roundabout so that the rear wheels don’t mount the kerb.

If you’re following a long vehicle, stay well back and give it plenty of room.

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Rule 187Highway Code rule · Long vehicles may straddle lanes or take a wider path so their rear wheels avoid the kerb.

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