If 2 vehicles meet on a steep road where none of the vehicles can pass, the downhill vehicle must yield the right of way on the way back until the uphill vehicle can pass. The downhill vehicle has greater control when climbing in reverse. Solid red: Stop. Do not walk until the traffic light is green. If a green arrow with red light appears, you can approach the arrow and only if the intersection is free. The speed limit is 15 mph within 100 feet of a crossing where you cannot see the lanes at 400 feet in either direction. You can drive at more than 15 mph if the intersection is controlled by barriers, a warning signal or a flagger. MEANING: Specify interstate, U.S., federal, or county highways. The form indicates the type of route you are on.
Examples of left-to-right signs refer to state, U.S., and interstate highways. If you`re planning a trip, use a road map to decide which routes you want to take. Pay attention to destination signs when driving so you don`t get lost or don`t have to turn around or stop. If you see a sign with a photo of an animal (see example), watch out for possible animals in or near the roadway. If you see animals or livestock near the roadway, slow down and continue carefully. Be sure to follow the instructions of the person responsible for the animals. If you see a stray animal in your path, slow down or stop if it is safe. Do not swerve, otherwise you risk losing control of your vehicle and causing an accident. Beware of sudden movements of animals, as they are unpredictable and can run on the pavement. You cannot turn at a red light if a NO TURN ON RED sign is affixed or if another sign, signal or road marker prevents you from turning. You are not allowed to light a red light in New York unless there is a sign that allows it. An intersection is a place where one track line meets another lane.
Intersections include cross streets, side streets, alleys, highway entrances and other places where vehicles traveling on different highways or roads are connected. Traffic officers` instructions take precedence over signs, signs or markings on sidewalks. For example, if a traffic officer signals you to stop at a green light, you must stop. If an officer signals you through a red light or stop sign, you must do so. A continuous line: You can pass other vehicles or change lanes, but you can only do so if obstacles on the road or traffic conditions make it necessary. Regardless of the speed limit indicated, your speed should depend on: Road signs inform you about traffic rules, particular dangers, where you are, how to get there and where services are available. Arrows: The arrows indicate the channels you should use. For example, in this figure, you can only turn right from the right lane. To go straight, you must use the left lane. You must be in the right lane before you reach the continuous line separating the tracks.
The speed limit, if it can be safely exceeded, does not exceed 10 mph. This speed limit applies in a safety zone or intersection where a streetcar, cart or bus is stopped and traffic is controlled by a peace officer or traffic light. A safety zone is marked by raised buttons or markings on the road and reserved for pedestrians. You will most often see safety zones in areas where trams or trams and vehicles share the roadway. Here are descriptions of common road signs and what they indicate: Know the signs below and what they mean. You will be asked about this in your written test. MEANING: These signs provide information on traffic direction rules, lane usage, turns, speed, parking and other special requirements. You will have to slow down if there is a lot of traffic or bad weather.
However, if you block normal and reasonable traffic by driving too slowly, you can be quoted. If you want to drive slower than other vehicles, do not drive in « lane number 1 » (fast lane) (see « Choosing a lane »). If another driver is close behind you and wants to go faster, you should turn right. MEANING: You are approaching a potentially explosive place or a place where a special rule applies, as shown in the sample signs. Sometimes a warning sign is associated with a yellow and black « recommended speed » sign. This indicates that a reduced speed is recommended in this area. Zebra stop and crossing lines: At an intersection controlled by a STOP sign, YIELD sign or traffic light, a white stop line can be painted on the lane (called a stop line) and/or two parallel lines on the road (called a pedestrian crossing). If you have to stop because of a sign or traffic light, you must stop before reaching the stop line, if any, or the pedestrian crossing. You only need to stop at a stop line or crosswalk if required by a traffic light, sign or traffic officer, or to give way to a pedestrian, in-line skater or scooter at a marked or unmarked crosswalk. A single stop line can be placed at intersections to make room for larger vehicles (such as tractors, buses and trucks) without the need for other traffic to return.
It is important that you stop before reaching this stop line. (See « Pedestrians » in Chapter 11). Traffic lights are usually red, yellow and green from top to bottom or from left to right. At some intersections, there are solitary red, yellow or green traffic lights. Some traffic lights come on regularly, others flash. Some are round and others are arrows. State law states that if traffic lights or checkpoints are out of service or not working properly when approaching an intersection, you must stop as a stop sign. You must then continue according to the rules of passage, unless a traffic officer asks you to continue.