If you want to change the direction of travel, you must make sure that...
U-turns
Explanation
To perform a **U-turn** safely, it is essential to ensure that you do not endanger or obstruct other road users. Here we explain why:
- **Safety first**: Before making a U-turn, you must check that you are not forcing other drivers to reduce their speed or make sudden maneuvers. If there is a risk of being a danger to them, it is better to wait on the shoulder until it is safe to make the turn.
- **Suitable conditions**: The U-turn should be made in appropriate places, such as roundabouts or turning loops, and with a single turn of the vehicle, avoiding the use of reverse gear, except in exceptional situations.
- **Visibility and distance**: Make sure that approaching vehicles are far enough away and at a speed that allows the maneuver to be carried out without risk. If you cannot see well or the vehicles are too close, you should not proceed with the turn.
- **Specific rules**: On interurban roads, bicycles and mopeds must position themselves in a way that does not interfere with traffic, waiting until it is safe to turn.
By following these guidelines, you ensure that the U-turn is performed safely and without causing inconvenience to other road users.
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