How to understand circular motion. Roundabout in a new way

A roundabout is a mini-highway with which you can easily pass in different directions. Modern traffic rules when driving a circle regulate the passage of cars located in the ring traffic zone.

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When you get into the ring traffic zone, the question of who is in charge is decided depending on the presence (absence) of signs at the entrance.

All drivers are required to pay attention to the symbol boards and be guided by the new traffic rule: the advantage is given to those vehicles that are currently at the roundabout.

A difficult intersection can be overcome only if the markings and signs are strictly followed.

To make a safe maneuver, practical skills and advice from experienced drivers will come in handy. Unfortunately, traffic rules are not designed for all situations. But the recommendations can be studied in this article.

Definition

The roundabout is carried out at the roundabout in a counterclockwise direction. (Ridings in the form of a clockwork are typical only for Japan, where left-hand drive cars predominate).

Such a "fork" resembles an island that crosses many roadways. Exits, like entrances, can be one-lane, two-lane, etc.

An intersection in the form of a ring is designed to exit from one road to another direction. On the practical side, it is convenient and fast.

As a rule, the lanes are not delineated here, but you should stick to the side that is closer to the exit road.

The advantages of a roundabout are obvious only to an experienced driver:

fast moving to the desired branch;
such an intersection is able to pass the maximum number of cars without traffic jams;
the waiting time for entry is reduced, since there are no traffic lights on such roads;
to make a U-turn, you need to go around the whole circle;
the greater the number of branches, the larger the diameter of the ring.

Economic benefits:

when driving in a circular motion, cars emit a small amount of exhaust gases (in today's time, ecology is an important factor);
noise on such sections of roads is minimal;
the municipality does not spend money on the maintenance of traffic lights and markings.

Thus, the scheme, reminiscent of the circular grid of the Moscow metro, allows you to quickly and without delay get from point A to point B.

It has many benefits compared to conventional two-lane or single-lane traffic. The only drawback is frequent. They are due to the illiteracy of car owners.

Which signs correspond

Amateur motorists are afraid of roundabouts. The reason for this is ignorance of the basics of moving along this type of intersection. In turn, the study of the section of traffic rules "Roundabout" will help to avoid accidents.

At the end of 2017, the directions were radically changed. Now the roundabout is recognized as the main road for all drivers without exception.

All motorists are required to comply with uniform standards and give priority to vehicles located "inside" a small highway.

What was the law in the past about this?

Before the onset of the transition period, a sign 4.3 was put on the ring before the arrival. "Roundabout Circulation". It consisted of three white rotational arrows in a counterclockwise direction, located on a blue background.

In fact, this meant that all cars moving in a circle had to let incoming traffic pass. The unspoken rule "interference on the right" led to the formation of traffic jams.

The current paragraph of the SDA 13.11. canceled the postulate "give way". Sign 4.3. now signals the benefits of those who are "in the middle of things."

In this regard, on the circular road it is allowed to “spin” in several turns until a convenient and correct exit is found.

Traffic police inspectors identify two common situations on roads with a ring bypass:

equivalent intersections;
uneven intersections.

In the latter case, on Russian roads next to the blue board there are signs "Main road", "Direction of the main road", as well as the designation "Give way".

When so many signs are concentrated in one place, then rules 3.9 and 3.10 of the SDA apply:

Those moving from the Give Way directions are required to wait until there are no cars on the ring.
Those who enter from the main roads act decisively, after making sure that they are allowed to pass.
On the roundabout itself, the rule “give way” to the car on the right applies.

Rules for passing roundabouts according to traffic rules

Car owners should understand two things:

how to make the correct choice of the lane of entry to the ring;
how to exit the intersection correctly.

The goal of the driver is to prevent and prevent accidents that often occur on difficult sections of Russian roads.

Entrance to the ring

The rules do not oblige the owner to take a specific position at the entrance. So, paragraph 8.5 of the SDA describes that the start of the arrival at the roundabout is allowed from any lane of the adjacent road.

If necessary, turn left, if the priority is the left junction (exit).
If the motorist plans to make a right turn, then he is rebuilt in the right lane.
As for the central lane, it is used for rectilinear movement.

Movement

In a situation where the arrival at the ring begins with several branches, the driver of the vehicle has no time to think.

It is best to be in the left extreme row. Let those who immediately plan to turn right at the next exit stay in the right lane.

When the number of lanes is more than 2, the driver consciously occupies the middle lane. From it it is easier to make a maneuver to the right, which is indispensable.

Also don't forget:

pass pedestrians;
turn on turn signals.

A priority

Let's say that the person driving the vehicle decides to make a right turn on the circle.

The algorithm of its actions:

slow down when approaching an intersection;
turn on the turn (usually signaling right-hand drive);
make a full stop to look around;
make sure that there are no obstacles, that is, at the entrance, let cars that drive in a circle pass;
start moving with the turn signal on;
pass all cars on the right side in the direction of travel.

congress

If the entrance to the circle is allowed from different directions, then the exit is carried out strictly from the extreme right lane.

To be "at the right time in the right place" you need to move in a circle of larger diameter. To do this, you will have to rebuild 1-2 times and change the trajectory of movement.

Is it possible to stop

Parking at this intersection is strictly prohibited. When video recording an offense, a fine of 500 rubles cannot be avoided.

For those forced to make an emergency stop, it is recommended to drive another five meters after the lap. It will be safer for the driver and for other road users. And the traffic police inspector will have nothing to complain about.

Crossings

Driving through the ring is a responsible occupation. Traffic jams often form here during peak hours. But the main reason for their appearance is the ignorance of drivers of the rules of behavior on difficult sections of roads.

When approaching places where roundabouts are organized, it is worth considering:

the presence of signs;
marking;
how many access roads;
what is the intensity of traffic;
how many rings in a circle.

There may be no markings with the value "Direction of movement along the lanes". This means that those entering the circle and other obstacles on the right get the advantage. The most important thing is to move off the ring from the far right lane.

Three basic rules:

In order to prevent accidents in such situations, the motorist looks not only in the side mirrors, but also in the front mirror. Inspection of dead zones is guaranteed when turning the head to the right.

accidents

Situation #1:

The driver of the blue car is moving along the second lane and intends to turn off the ring road. At this time, the driver of a white car from the far right lane catches up with him.
Danger: Turning off the middle of the road, a blue vehicle collides with a white car.
The blue car is in complete control of the situation. Having examined the right turn signal on a white car, he understands the intentions of the motorist and stops to give the latter a chance to complete an accident-free maneuver.

Situation #2:

The driver of the green car enters the roundabout from the far right lane. At the same time, it turns on the left turn signal. A yellow car is moving on the ring.
The green car passes the motorist moving along the main road and then begins to maneuver through the intersection.
Danger: it seems that the green car did not create interference and did not violate traffic rules. However, a left turn could mislead the second participant in the reverse movement.

How to avoid the situation?

It is better for drivers not to use turn signals when entering, as their signals are not accurate. These manipulations are applied only on the road and when rebuilding.

How to remember which turn signals to turn on

The right turn signal is turned on at the entrance.
If a motorist turns left, it is advisable to signal this.

On the other hand, the right signal at the entrance is not required. The fact is that amateur drivers often misinterpret legislative acts.

Such people confuse signs and show their intention to go left or right at the beginning of the ring. And this is premature.

Signs are given only in two cases:

When rebuilding from one lane to another already in the middle of the roundabout.
Out of the circle.

Changes in traffic rules from January 1, 2019

From January 1, 2019, only controlled intersections (sections of roads equipped with traffic lights) can be easily crossed.

But any "awkward" movement of the vehicle on a red color is perceived by the traffic police as an offense. Punishment usually takes the form of money.

The initial fine is imposed in the amount of 1000 rubles By . For a repeated similar act, a different amount is assigned in the protocol - 5000 rubles. The sanction can be replaced by the deprivation of a driver's license for 4-6 months.

In case of incorrect crossing of an unregulated ring, the forms of influence on negligent drivers are similar. The average size of the sanction is 1000 rubles.

Circumstances for issuing a protocol on an administrative offense:

Crossing an intersection without turning on the turn signals.
Failing to give advantage to other vehicles driving counter-clockwise on the ring.
Driving in a different direction (clockwise, in the opposite direction to other vehicles).
Parking right on the roadway.
Completion of the maneuver, or exit from the ring, not from the right lane.

In this article, we will consider the rules for driving roundabouts according to traffic rules, a fine for violating the rules for driving in a circle and other issues:

New roundabout rules for 2019

Until 2017, the rules for entering the circle could differ from intersection to intersection, depending on the established road signs: when entering the circle, you had to give way if you had a sign 2.4 and take advantage if you had a sign 2.1. To avoid confusion in the heads of drivers before the next unfamiliar intersection, in 2017 the entrance to the circle was made uniform everywhere:

Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation of October 26, 2017 N 1300 introduced a new procedure for driving roundabouts according to traffic rules: now at any roundabout a driver entering a circle must give way to all vehicles that are already moving along it.

Let us quote the paragraph of the SDA regulating the entrance to the roundabout in the new edition of 2018:

Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, clause 13.11 (1). At the entrance to the intersection, where roundabouts are organized and which is marked with the sign 4.3, the driver of the vehicle must give way vehicles passing through such an intersection.

Recall what the requirement to "give way" means in the text of the Rules of the Road:

"Give way (do not obstruct)" - a requirement meaning that a road user must not start, resume or continue moving, perform any maneuver, if this may force other road users who have an advantage over him to change direction movement or speed.

Features of the passage of roundabouts in traffic rules

Recall also that the roundabout is indicated by signs 4.3. This type of intersection is always unregulated, i.e. traffic lights are not installed here. The circle intersection avoids the installation of traffic lights at the intersection of roads with heavy traffic. The direction of movement in a circle is always counterclockwise. Usually a roundabout has 2 or 3 traffic lanes.

Entrance to a roundabout

From which lane should I enter the roundabout according to the traffic rules? Let us quote paragraph 8.5, which regulates the passage of intersections.

SDA RF, clause 8.5. Before turning right, left or U-turn, the driver is obliged to take the appropriate extreme position in advance on the carriageway intended for movement in this direction, except when a turn is made at the entrance to an intersection where a roundabout is organized.

As can be seen from paragraph 8.5, before entering a roundabout, it is not necessary to occupy the extreme left or right position.

Let's summarize what was said above. When entering the circle, the driver occupies any lane convenient for him on the carriageway adjacent to the circle. The circle is always the main one in relation to the adjacent roads, so at the entrance you should give way to all vehicles that move on it.

Circle rules

The movement is counterclockwise. The rules for driving on the lanes on the circle are the same as when driving on a normal carriageway: we give way if we change lanes to the next lane. Before exiting the intersection, we occupy the desired lane in advance.

Roundabout exit rules

The exit from the intersection is to the right, from the extreme right halfway, unless otherwise provided by the markings and road signs.

U-turn at a roundabout

If you need to make a U-turn at an intersection, be sure to complete the roundabout. Otherwise, if you turn left, the driver will be fined or revoked for driving into the oncoming lane.

Which turn signal should I use to enter the circle?

The rules of the road do not regulate the giving of turn signals at the entrance to a roundabout. However, drivers generally adhere to the following rule: if you plan to leave the circle at the nearest exit, you should enter the circle from the right lane with the right turn signal. If you plan to continue driving around the circle beyond the first exit, enter the circle from the left lane with a left turn signal.
When driving at the roundabout itself, turn signals should only be shown when changing lanes

The established rules for driving a roundabout allow you to avoid traffic jams on it: you can enter the circle only if there is no traffic jam.

Penalty for the wrong passage of the roundabout

The penalty for violating traffic rules when driving through a roundabout is similar to the penalty for violating traffic rules when driving through a regular intersection.
So, when entering a circle, a fine for not providing an advantage to vehicles moving along a roundabout is regulated by Art. 12.13 Administrative Code of the Russian Federation:

Article 12.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. Violation of the rules for crossing intersections
2. Failure to comply with the requirement of the Rules of the Road to give way to a vehicle enjoying the priority right to pass through intersections, -
shall entail the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of one thousand roubles.

When leaving the roundabout from any lane, except for the right one (unless otherwise provided by the markings and signs), the driver will be fined under Art. 12.14 Administrative Code of the Russian Federation:

1.1. Failure to comply with the requirements of the Rules of the Road, with the exception of established cases, before turning right, left or making a U-turn, to take in advance the appropriate extreme position on the carriageway intended for movement in this direction, -

Rebuilding on a circle without giving a signal with a turn signal is punishable under Art. 12.14 Administrative Code of the Russian Federation:

Article 12.14 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. Violation of the rules of maneuvering
1. Failure to comply with the requirement of the Rules of the Road to give a signal before starting to move, changing lanes, turning, making a U-turn or stopping -
shall entail a warning or the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five hundred roubles.

For a U-turn without driving in a circle, but immediately to the left, you can lose your rights:

Article 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. Violation of the rules for the location of the vehicle on the carriageway, oncoming traffic or overtaking
4. Driving, in violation of the Rules of the Road, onto a lane intended for oncoming traffic, or onto tram tracks in the opposite direction, with the exception of cases provided for by Part 3 of this Article, -
shall entail the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five thousand rubles or deprivation of the right to drive transport vehicles for a period of four to six months.

Good afternoon! In our city, there is a sign 4.3 and 2.2 before the roundabout, everyone is confused how to drive in such a circle, please tell me who has priority? Thanks in advance!

Yaroslav-2

Believe me, we will take a sip of gorya with these "innovations" ... (

Konstantin-66

Good day.

Help me to understand.

There is a roundabout here. each entrance / exit traffic light with a pedestrian crossing, the sign "circular traffic" is installed at the traffic lights

Question: how to consider this circular motion? How is the regulated intersection? Or NOT regulated and Circular separately, but traffic lights with pedestrian crossings separately?

Artem, Hello.

If only the priority sign "End of the main road" is placed in front of the intersection, then the intersection is equivalent. Priority is given to vehicles in the roundabout.

Good luck on the roads!

Konstantin, Hello.

This crossroads is discussed here in this forum thread.

Most likely, the organizers wanted to show that the crossings are regulated, but the intersection is not. In fact, it turned out to be an incomprehensible organization of the movement. I recommend on this occasion to write an appeal to the traffic police in order to transfer the signs "Roundabout".

Good luck on the roads!

Adequate

All the problems began when someone, during the time of "perestroika", contributed to the current traffic rules and prescribed the "right hand rule" when driving at a roundabout !!!

Previously, this rule on the "ring" was canceled AND ... - IT WAS CORRECT!!!

Logically, in order to avoid accidents on the "ring", a car moving from the inner lane to the outer should have an advantage ... - WELL, THIS IS BY LOGIC, and since. Today, logic is getting smaller every day ...

P.S. LOGIC: cars enter the "ring" in three lanes. In the process of movement, there is a need to move from left to right - for the timely release of the lane and the "ring" as a whole - the "right" should skip the "left" !!! The situation when the "left" let the "right" pass would be justified and logical in the case of the CONVERSE, when the exit would be on the left side in the direction of travel !!! Today, with the legitimized advantage of the "right" on the ring ... - IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO LEAVE FROM THE RING. There is NOT an unloading of the ring, but His ... - CLOCKING and an accident, as a result !!!

Adequate,

so it’s easier to go from a small circle to a larger one than vice versa: let’s say, having yielded to the roundabouts, three cars drove into each lane, then when driving in a circle, the distance between cars on the outer circle is usually much greater than on the inner one. (We do not consider the case with a traffic jam, where if you do not give in to each other, you will not part at all). If you have problems on the circle, change lanes before the intersection in the right lane.

Good afternoon If there is only a sign 4.3 "Roundabout" in front of the circle, then the circle is the main one! And if this sign 4.3 does not exist and there are no signs of priority ... nothing! Do they disperse according to the "right hand" rule at a roundabout? Did I understand correctly?

Where can you find out for sure?

Good day. In Pushkin, when driving from the center on Pavlovsk highway, 50 meters before the intersection marked with the sign "Roundabout", the sign "Main road" is installed. There is no sign at the entrance to the end of the main road, only a roundabout. Almost the entire flow of traffic flows into the circle without slowing down. Still, it is not clear whether the Roundabout cancels the Main Road sign?

Natalie, Hello.

If there is no roundabout sign (and other signs indicating the direction of movement), then:

1. You have a regular intersection in front of you.

2. Movement in a "circle" is possible in two directions. Cars drive counterclockwise on the outside, clockwise on the inside.

3. Each of the entrances is a separate intersection, where you need to give way to cars approaching from the right.

Good luck on the roads!

Luba, Hello.

The "Roundabout" sign does not cancel the "Main Road" sign. If there are controversial and incomprehensible situations at the intersection, then write an appeal to the local traffic police. Demand to install additional road signs at the intersection, excluding misinterpretation.

Good luck on the roads!

Alexey1973

Good day, Lyuba! I looked at the Yandex-panorama for the place you are writing about. The sign "Main Road" stands on Pavlovsk Highway in front of the junction of Sapernaya Street on the right and determines the priority in traffic at this three-way intersection. It has nothing to do with the ring. Since there is only sign 4.3 ("roundabout") before entering the ring road, a new traffic rule comes into effect at the roundabout - the priority of those on the ring!

Alexey1973

I believe that the effect of the priority sign applies only to the intersection in front of which it is installed.

For example, we passed an intersection on the main road, in front of which there is a sign 2.1. Further, we have the next intersection, in front of which no priority signs are installed at all. Question. Do we, entering such an intersection, have the right to consider that we are moving along the main road? I guess not. Before us is an intersection of equivalent roads, and the rule of interference on the right applies to it (or the priority of the circle for a new point). For example, at such an intersection (without priority signs) a car driver leaves from our right. He rightly considers himself a hindrance to us from the right, and therefore enjoys his priority, and we are obliged to let him through. After all, he is completely unaware of what priority sign stood in front of us at the previous intersection. So it is with the movement around the ring. The rider on the ring has the right to consider himself a priority over the one entering the ring (according to a new paragraph), if there are no other signs of priority in front of him. How does he know about the presence of that sign 2.1 that the entrant passed at the previous intersection? Is it logical?

As for sign 2.2, according to GOST, sign 2.2 "End of the main road" is installed at the end of the section of the road where it loses its status as the main one. The installation of this sign would simply duplicate the new clause of the traffic rules ("circle priority"), which, probably, would not be superfluous.

Strange, but in Paris, at the entrance to Charles de Gaulle Square (in common parlance, Zvezda Square) with 12 rays and intersections, there is no Circular Traffic sign, "however, movement around the Arc de Triomphe is carried out in one direction - counterclockwise, while moving along the squares are inferior to those who enter it.But isn't it like in all of Europe in our country?

Good day, Lyuba! I looked at the Yandex-panorama for the place you are writing about. The sign "Main Road" stands on Pavlovsk Highway in front of the junction of Sapernaya Street on the right and determines the priority in traffic at this three-way intersection. It has nothing to do with the ring. Since there is only sign 4.3 ("roundabout") before entering the ring road, a new traffic rule comes into effect at the roundabout - the priority of those on the ring!
As far as I remember, the main road ends only with the installation of the sign End of the main road. Or are there exceptions to this rule? Then, please poke my nose into the relevant section of the traffic rules so that it is imprinted in the mind

Alexey in this answer to you, Lyuba, correctly explained everything, because:

SDA clause 13.11(1). When entering an intersection, on which a roundabout is organized and which is marked with sign 4.3, vehicle driver obliged to yield way to vehicles moving through such an intersection.

I believe that the effect of the priority sign applies only to the intersection in front of which it is installed ...

Even if there are no priority signs at the next intersection in front of you (remember the usual country road), they must be on the crossed road (ie signs 2.1 "yield"). Their complete absence is an oversight of the road service (knocked down by hooligans, wind, etc.). In case of an accident, the insurance company pays for the damage, reimbursing its costs from this road service through the court.

Alexey1973

Okay, but at the roundabout, in the case that Lyuba described, should there be priority signs or not? And why then the sign 2.1, installed in front of the previous intersection, is no longer valid at the entrance to the ring?

This is the place on google panorama

Okay, but at the roundabout, in the case that Lyuba described, should there be priority signs or not?

And why then the sign 2.1, installed in front of the previous intersection, is no longer valid at the entrance to the ring?

at the entrance

one without priority signs

with him

Alexey1973

Because clause 13.11(1) says, I repeat again, and you yourself said about the same Luba: Once at the entrance sign 4.3 one without priority signs - the main circle. If there was a sign (changing the direction of the main road) - on it.

A roundabout without priority signs is a variant of an equivalent intersection (a special case).

You say that the next intersection, after the one marked with the sign 2.1, must also be with priority signs.

It turns out that in the case of the roundabout, your statement does not apply.

Alexey1973

Among the three cases you listed of the cancellation of the sign 2.1, this case does not exist.

You say that the next intersection, after the one marked with the sign 2.1, must also be with priority signs. It turns out that in the case of the roundabout, your statement does not apply.

And another question for you. Does a single sign 4.3 (“roundabout”) cancel the effect of the sign 2.1 installed at the previous intersection?

Perhaps there is a sign or markings indicating the direction of the turn at the entrance. I would like to look at the Yandex (Google) panorama.

There are NO signs there, I checked my memory (I was very surprised when I was driving) just in case along the panoramas, though only from the side of Defense

And here is a link to the Panorama from the Champs Elysees. There are no signs or markings. But there are no questions about who gives way to whom. Those moving around the Arc de Triomphe counterclockwise give way to those entering the square. It is quite difficult to maneuver in multi-lane traffic, but congestion is minimal.

Maksim! Thank you for the clarification!) It's just that we, among the teachers of the driving school, had a dispute) I was right!

On November 8, 2017, changes in traffic rules regarding roundabouts came into force in Russia. The circle is now always the main one, but there are nuances.

Most of the drivers violate traffic rules by driving through a roundabout. Often this is due to ignorance of the rules, especially those that have been introduced recently. In November of this year, changes were made to the traffic rules, which every motorist should know about.

What is a circular motion?

A roundabout is a so-called "island" surrounded by a road. Cars move along it against the direction of the clock (in Russia). Circular traffic regulates the sign 4.3. Also, before entering the circle, special markings can be made. Traffic lights are not usually installed in these sections, but there may be exceptions.

It is not necessary to turn on the turn signals when driving on the ring. Light signals are needed only when leaving the ring or changing lanes.

Roundabout changes

On November 8, 2017, there were changes in the rules for driving a circular road. According to paragraph 13.11 of the SDA, when entering the ring, which is regulated by sign 4.3, the driver must give way to all cars on the ring.

It turns out that from 11/08/17 the circle is considered a priority, and drivers who move along it should not let incoming cars pass. But this rule applies only to those sections of the road that are regulated only by sign 4.3.

Is every ring important now?

The innovation does not mean that now every roundabout is the main one, and the cars that are on it have priority. We repeat: the rule applies only if sign 4.3 is set (more white arrows on a blue background). If the intersection is regulated by other signs, then you should be guided by them.

To make it clearer, consider the possible options.

There is no sign in front of the roundabout

If signs and markings are not installed at the entrance to the intersection, then the new rule does not apply to this section. Here you will have to be guided by the previous principles of traffic rules, passing everyone who is driving on the right (interference on the right). The rule also applies to drivers who are already moving around the ring (do not enjoy priority).

Only sign 4.3 installed

If at the entrance to the circle only sign 4.3 is installed, then you need to be guided by the new rules. It is in this situation that the principle of priority of cars located on the circle operates.

Uneven intersection (with multiple signs)

At such intersections, additional signs are installed that determine priority. It can be "give way" or "main road". In this case, you need to act according to the old rules:

cars on the main road give way to the driver who drives up from the secondary road;
when crossing the trajectories of the car, the one to whom the car is approaching from the right should skip.

The innovation does not work in this case.

Advantages and disadvantages of changing the rules

Changes to the traffic rules were made in order to reduce the number of accidents on the roads and the congestion of roundabouts. If all drivers comply with this rule, then the results of the amendments will be positive:

Reduced chance of blocking the roundabout. Previously, vehicles that had priority entering the roundabout could block the intersection.
Requires installation of less signs. A large number of road signs only confuse drivers. Now, in order to normalize the movement along the ring, one (4.3) is sufficient.

But there are innovations and disadvantages:

The risk of accidents increases. Unfortunately, not all drivers follow the changes in traffic rules. Enough time will pass until the main part of motorists get used to the new rule. You need to be careful and careful
The elimination of traffic jams on the ring can lead to the formation of congestion on secondary roads.

Penalties for violation

Ignoring rule 13.11 is an administrative offense. If the driver fails to give way to a priority car, he will be fined 1,000 rubles under Article 12.13 (Part 2) or 500 rubles under Article 12.14 (Part 3). It can be paid.

The new rule came into effect on November 8, 2017. If the driver violated the rule, which was recorded by a video camera, you will have to pay a fine. Ignorance about innovations does not exempt from responsibility, therefore, it is necessary to carefully monitor changes in traffic rules in order not to receive "letters of happiness".

Summarize. The change in clause 13.11 of the SDA concerns roundabouts regulated by sign 4.3. At such intersections, drivers who are on the ring have priority. Otherwise, the old rules apply.

Not so long ago, new rules for passing a roundabout appeared. But some are still confused and cannot understand who should let pass whom. I'll tell you more about this:

“If a sign 4.3 “roundabout” is installed in front of a roundabout in combination with a sign 2.4 “give way” or 2.5 “traffic without stopping is prohibited”, the driver of a vehicle located at the intersection has an advantage over vehicles entering such an intersection means. (the paragraph was introduced by Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation of 10.05.2010 N 316)"

It turns out that essentially nothing has changed. The main idea of the changes was to make most of the "rings" the main ones, i.e. once I let everyone through before leaving for the ring and that’s it - you drive calmly, not yielding to anyone. However, if there is only sign 4.3 in front of the intersection. “roundabout” and there are no priority signs, then, as before, the rules for passing a regular intersection apply. For example, "interference on the right" - drivers who drive in a circle are obliged to give way to those who enter the intersection.

If, in addition to the “roundabout” sign, there is a sign 2.4 “Give way” or 2.5 “Movement without stopping is prohibited” and a sign on which the direction of the main road is drawn, in this case, the one who travels along the main road has priority.

This option is also possible: sign 4.3 “roundabout” in combination with sign 2.1 “main road” and a sign indicating the direction of the main road. In this case, you don’t need to let anyone through before leaving, and in the future, the one who travels along the main road has priority.

If there is a traffic light in front of the roundabout, then you need to wait for the permission signal and then go. At the same time, the rules of passage of an ordinary intersection apply.

Many drivers entering a roundabout turn on their left “turn signal” when they are about to turn left or go straight. According to the traffic rules, it is not correct to do so. When entering the ring, you must turn on the right “turn signal”, no matter where you are going to go. The left “turn signal” must be turned on after entering the ring if you are going to change lanes to the left. Approaching the desired exit, you need to change lanes to the extreme right lane of the "ring".

If there are several lanes before entering the ring, then when turning right, you need to take the extreme right lane, and when turning left, the extreme left. If there are more than three lanes, then when turning left, you must take one of the two leftmost lanes. When driving straight ahead, you need to drive along one of the central lanes so as not to make unnecessary lane changes and not interfere with other traffic participants. Turning at a roundabout is similar to turning left.