What should drivers do at roundabouts?

Drivers should yield to traffic already in the circle when approaching a roundabout. This is crucial for maintaining the flow of traffic and ensuring safety. By yielding, drivers allow vehicles that are already circulating within the roundabout to proceed, which minimizes the risk of collisions that can occur if two vehicles enter the roundabout simultaneously.

This practice helps facilitate an organized and efficient movement of vehicles, as roundabouts are designed to keep traffic flowing smoothly. Entering quickly without stopping can disrupt this flow and may lead to unsafe situations. Similarly, using turn signals only when exiting fails to communicate to other drivers your intention to navigate the roundabout safely. Ignoring lane markings could lead to confusion about which lane to use, increasing the potential for accidents. Thus, yielding to existing traffic is a fundamental rule for safe roundabout navigation.