Re: Who has right of way
Posted: Mon Mar 04, 2013 10:08 am
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The scenario that I am setting is that the driver in lane 1 has enough space before the lorry to get out and pull into lane 2 into the path of the vehicle coming in from lane 3, so martine isn't changing the scenario.
I think your response was a bit strong. Bear in mind that everyone was a learner at some point, including you.[/quote]
I believe all the diagram is only trying to illustrate is how an advanced driver should be thinking. Most drivers don't look this far ahead and rely on other drivers sharing their own interpretation of "right of way" - if it's someone else's "fault" then that makes it ok.
Advanced drivers don't rely on having "right of way" for their safety. They predict likely scenarios and use anticipation to avoid conflict.
The fact that you're reading the book and asking the questions should be applauded as, if you were driving one of the vehicles in the picture, you'd most likely be the only one giving it much thought.
I'd also add that I think the picture is too simplistic as things are changing all the time. Some drivers are going to be more alert/decisive/skilled, some may have a better view or their car may have better performance.
The scenario that I am setting is that the driver in lane 1 has enough space before the lorry to get out and pull into lane 2 into the path of the vehicle coming in from lane 3, so martine isn't changing the scenario.
I think your response was a bit strong. Bear in mind that everyone was a learner at some point, including you.[/quote]
I believe all the diagram is only trying to illustrate is how an advanced driver should be thinking. Most drivers don't look this far ahead and rely on other drivers sharing their own interpretation of "right of way" - if it's someone else's "fault" then that makes it ok.
Advanced drivers don't rely on having "right of way" for their safety. They predict likely scenarios and use anticipation to avoid conflict.
The fact that you're reading the book and asking the questions should be applauded as, if you were driving one of the vehicles in the picture, you'd most likely be the only one giving it much thought.
I'd also add that I think the picture is too simplistic as things are changing all the time. Some drivers are going to be more alert/decisive/skilled, some may have a better view or their car may have better performance.