Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

Which vehicle might have to straddle lanes 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 on, or approaching, a roundabout. This is to prevent the rear wheels from going up onto the kerb. If you're following a long vehicle, stay well back and give it plenty of room.

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Rule 221Highway Code rule · The original long-vehicle illustrations were inspected. Hold back from the swept path and allow the vehicle the space and momentum needed to turn.Rule 222Highway Code rule · The original long-vehicle illustrations were inspected. Hold back from the swept path and allow the vehicle the space and momentum needed to turn.

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