Driving Rules and Safety Guidelines

Hydroplaning (action required)

Loss of traction on wet surfaces.

High Beams in Fog?

Avoid using high beams; they reflect back.

ABS Brakes on Ice

Press and hold brake pedal firmly.

Double Yellow Lines

Indicate no passing allowed.

Regulatory Signs

Typically white, enforce traffic laws.

Blue Traffic Signs

Provide information on motorist services.

Slow-Moving Vehicle Sign

Orange and red triangular sign.

Sharp Curve Sign

Yellow sign with black arrow.

Flashing Red Light

Stop before entering; proceed when safe.

Flashing Yellow Light

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Steady Red Arrow

No turns allowed in indicated direction.

Flashing Yellow Arrow

Turn allowed; yield to oncoming traffic.

Merging Traffic Sign

Prepare to allow merging vehicles.

Right-of-Way at Stop Signs

Yield to first arriving driver.

Four-Way Stop Rule

Driver on the right has right-of-way.

Red Light with Green Arrow

Proceed in arrow direction if clear.

Emergency Vehicle Approach

Continue through, then pull right and stop.

School Zone Speed Limit

Typically 25 mph.

Residential Area Speed Limit

Usually 25 mph unless posted otherwise.

Safety Zones

Do not drive through these areas.

Intersection Speed Limit

Maximum 15 mph.

Scanning Ahead

Look 10-15 seconds ahead while driving.

Freeway Merging

Check side mirror and over shoulder.

Deceleration Lane

Reduce speed when preparing to exit freeway.

White Painted Curb

Designated for passenger or mail loading.

Illegal Parking Areas

Include unmarked crosswalks.

Parking Downhill with No Curb

Turn wheels to the right.

Parking Uphill with No Curb

Turn wheels to the right.

Parking Uphill with Curb

Turn wheels to the left.

Sloping Driveway Parking

Do not keep wheels straight.

Broken Yellow Centerline

Passing allowed when clear.

Multilane Street Driving

Stay ahead of or behind other vehicles.

Left Turn Preparation

Drive near the centerline.

U-Turns in Business Districts

Legal at intersections unless prohibited.

U-Turns at Railroad Crossings

Never make a U-turn here.

Left Turn from Two-Way Street

Position near the centerline.

Entering Turn Lane

Signal before reaching intersection.

Transporting Animals in Pickup

Must be properly secured.

Child Running into Street

Sound a sharp horn blast.

Skidding to the Left

Steer left to straighten the car.

Slippery Road Areas

Shaded roads after snow or rain.

Headlight Usage

Required half-hour after sunset.

Uncontrolled Intersection Speed Limit

Maximum speed is 15 mph.

Railroad Crossing with Limited Visibility

Speed limit is 15 mph.

Non-Working Traffic Signal

Treat as a four-way stop.