What does the maneuver of turning around (changing direction) involve when driving?
U-turns
Explanation
The **U-turn** involves making a **180-degree turn** to continue driving on the same road, but in the **opposite direction**. This maneuver is performed to completely change the direction in which you are driving, allowing the driver to return along the same path in the opposite direction.
- To perform a U-turn, you must make a single turn of the vehicle without using reverse gear, unless it is absolutely necessary, such as in the case of a road blocked by construction.
- It is important to start the U-turn from the white line that separates lanes of different directions or, if not possible, from the right edge of the roadway.
- This maneuver should not be performed if it forces other drivers to slow down or endangers other road users. In such cases, it is better to wait on the shoulder until it is safe to make the turn.
The image shows a **raqueta**, which is a semi-circular detour on the road, specifically designed to facilitate a safe U-turn.
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