How far in advance should you signal your turn?

Signaling your turn at least 30 meters (100 feet) before making a turn is important for several reasons. This distance allows sufficient time for other drivers and pedestrians to become aware of your intentions. It enhances safety by helping to prevent misunderstandings on the road. This advance notice gives other road users time to react appropriately, whether by slowing down, changing lanes, or waiting for the turn to complete.

In addition, signaling well in advance contributes to smoother traffic flow by enabling other drivers to anticipate your movements, which is especially critical in busy urban environments or during heavy traffic. Proper signaling practices foster better communication among drivers, which can greatly reduce the possibility of accidents.

Overall, maintaining this distance for signaling aligns with safe driving practices and is a requirement in many jurisdictions for commercial drivers aiming to ensure the safety of all road users.