#separator:tab #html:false #tags column:4 Octagon, red Stop sign: come to a full stop tp-driving-rules Triangle pointing down, red and white Yield: slow down and give way tp-driving-rules Circle with slash Prohibition: whatever is shown is not allowed tp-driving-rules Yellow diamond Warning of a hazard or change ahead tp-driving-rules Orange diamond or rectangle Construction or work zone warning tp-driving-rules Pentagon, yellow-green School zone or school crossing tp-driving-rules Round, yellow with an X Railroad crossing ahead tp-driving-rules Crossbuck Railroad crossing; yield to trains tp-driving-rules White rectangle Regulatory sign, such as a speed limit tp-driving-rules Green sign Guide information such as directions and distances tp-driving-rules Blue sign Services such as gas, food or lodging; or hospital tp-driving-rules Brown sign Recreational or cultural area tp-driving-rules Do Not Enter Do not drive in this direction tp-driving-rules Wrong Way You are driving against traffic tp-driving-rules One Way Traffic moves only in the direction of the arrow tp-driving-rules Merge Lanes join; adjust speed and take turns safely tp-driving-rules Slippery When Wet Road may be slick; slow down tp-driving-rules Divided highway begins Opposing traffic will be separated by a median tp-driving-rules Pedestrian crossing People may cross; be ready to stop tp-driving-rules No passing zone Do not pass other vehicles here tp-driving-rules Double solid yellow line No passing in either direction tp-driving-rules Solid white line Lane change is discouraged or prohibited tp-driving-rules Broken white line Lane changes allowed when safe tp-driving-rules Dashed yellow line on your side Passing allowed when it is safe tp-driving-rules Red light Stop and wait behind the line tp-driving-rules Yellow light Signal is about to turn red; stop if you can do so safely tp-driving-rules Green light Go, after yielding to vehicles and pedestrians still in the intersection tp-driving-rules Flashing red light Treat as a stop sign tp-driving-rules Flashing yellow light Proceed with caution tp-driving-rules Green arrow You may turn in the arrow's direction; oncoming traffic is stopped tp-driving-rules Red arrow Do not turn in that direction tp-driving-rules Right of way Who gets to go first; it is given, not taken tp-driving-rules Four-way stop The first vehicle to arrive goes first; if tied, yield to the right tp-driving-rules Uncontrolled intersection Yield to vehicles already in or approaching the intersection tp-driving-rules Pedestrians in a crosswalk Always yield to them tp-driving-rules Emergency vehicle with siren Pull over to the right and stop tp-driving-rules School bus with red lights flashing Stop; in most places traffic must stop in both directions tp-driving-rules Three-second rule Stay at least three seconds behind the car ahead tp-driving-rules Following distance in bad weather Increase it to four seconds or more tp-driving-rules Stopping distance Reaction distance plus braking distance tp-driving-rules Blind spot An area beside the car that mirrors do not show tp-driving-rules Check mirrors and blind spots Do this before changing lanes tp-driving-rules Use turn signals Signal before turning or changing lanes tp-driving-rules Hand signal: left arm straight out Left turn tp-driving-rules Hand signal: left arm bent up Right turn tp-driving-rules Hand signal: left arm bent down Stop or slow tp-driving-rules Seat belt Everyone in the car should buckle up tp-driving-rules Child safety seat Children use age- and size-appropriate restraints tp-driving-rules Speed limit The highest legal speed, in good conditions tp-driving-rules Drive to conditions Slow down in rain, fog, snow or heavy traffic tp-driving-rules Hydroplaning Tires riding on water instead of the road; ease off the gas tp-driving-rules Skid on ice Ease off the gas and steer gently in the direction you want to go tp-driving-rules Headlights Use them from sunset to sunrise and in poor visibility tp-driving-rules High beams Use on dark roads without other traffic; dim for oncoming cars tp-driving-rules Hazard lights Flashers that warn others you are stopped or in trouble tp-driving-rules Parallel parking Parking parallel to the curb between two cars tp-driving-rules Parking uphill with a curb Turn wheels away from the curb tp-driving-rules Parking downhill Turn wheels toward the curb tp-driving-rules Fire hydrant Do not park in front of one tp-driving-rules Red curb No stopping or parking tp-driving-rules Handicap parking Only for vehicles with a valid permit tp-driving-rules Driving under the influence Illegal and dangerous; never drive after drinking or using impairing drugs tp-driving-rules Distracted driving Texting or other tasks while driving; keep your eyes on the road tp-driving-rules Drowsy driving Driving while tired is dangerous; pull over to rest tp-driving-rules Aggressive driving Tailgating or speeding to intimidate; stay calm tp-driving-rules Roundabout Yield to traffic already in the circle and travel counterclockwise tp-driving-rules Merging onto a highway Match highway speed using the on-ramp tp-driving-rules Passing Only pass when it is legal and clear; return to your lane safely tp-driving-rules U-turn Allowed only where it is safe and not prohibited tp-driving-rules Left turn on a green light Yield to oncoming traffic tp-driving-rules Right turn on red Allowed after a full stop where not prohibited and when clear tp-driving-rules Learner's permit Allows supervised practice driving tp-driving-rules Graduated licensing Phased system giving new drivers more privileges over time tp-driving-rules Insurance Most states require drivers to carry liability insurance tp-driving-rules Registration Official record of a vehicle, renewed regularly tp-driving-rules Tire pressure Check regularly; correct pressure improves safety and fuel use tp-driving-rules Dashboard warning light A signal that a system needs attention tp-driving-rules Brake fluid Hydraulic fluid that transfers brake pedal force tp-driving-rules Anti-lock brakes Keep wheels from locking in hard stops; press firmly and steer tp-driving-rules Oversteer and understeer Car turns more or less than the driver intends tp-driving-rules Motorcyclists and bicyclists Share the road and allow extra space tp-driving-rules Move over law Change lanes or slow down for stopped emergency vehicles tp-driving-rules Point system States track violations by adding points to a driving record tp-driving-rules Defensive driving Anticipating hazards and staying prepared to react tp-driving-rules