Before making a left turn, what position should you be in on the road?

When preparing to make a left turn, positioning your vehicle in the lane nearest to the curb is crucial for several reasons. This lane allows for a safer turn, ensuring that you are close to the side of the road, reducing the risk of conflict with vehicles traveling in the opposite direction or those also making turns.

By being in the lane nearest to the curb, you also make your intentions clear to other road users, including pedestrians, who can more easily anticipate your movement since you are positioned where they expect a left-turning vehicle to be. This positioning minimizes the chances of encroaching into lanes where vehicles may be traveling straight or turning right, which are typically in the middle or rightmost lanes.

This practice helps maintain traffic flow and safety, as it directs turning vehicles into the appropriate pathways instead of inadvertently navigating across multiple lanes of traffic, which can lead to confusion and accidents.