Collisions on roundabouts are frequent, and the National Police remind drivers of the importance of cautious driving. Before entering a roundabout, it is essential to reduce speed, observe vehicles already circulating, and yield to them to prevent accidents.
According to DGT data, approximately 10% of traffic accidents occur on roundabouts. The five most common behaviors leading to collisions include speeding when approaching, failing to respect the right-of-way of vehicles already on the roundabout, exiting from an inner lane, changing lanes without signaling or yielding, and not giving priority to cyclists and motorcyclists.
The National Police point out that exiting a roundabout from an inner lane, cutting across other vehicles' paths, is one of the most dangerous maneuvers. They also stress the importance of properly signaling lane changes and maintaining a safe distance, especially from vulnerable road users like cyclists and motorcyclists.
For correct navigation, it is recommended to use the outer lane to exit the roundabout and signal the maneuver in advance. Inner lanes should be used for continuing circulation on the roundabout or for more complex U-turns, always respecting other vehicles' right-of-way and positioning oneself in the appropriate lane before exiting.
