08-04-13, 01:08 PM
If I'm approaching a junction where there's a chance someone may pull out (especially if I can't see into it), I'll move to the outside of my lane, throttle off and cover the horn button with my thumb to give myself the best chance of a) being able to avoid someone if they do pull out, b) brake if they don't stop and c) give them an audible warning of my approach and, if someone appears, add a swerve too to make myself noticable.
All the time I'm also looking for any clues such as reflections in windows opposite, headlights showing, pedestrians who are waiting to cross the junction instead of walking across, the actions of other vehicles at that junction etc.
Of course don't forget to watch for the idiot turning *into* the junction across your path who hasn't seen you coming either...!
All the time I'm also looking for any clues such as reflections in windows opposite, headlights showing, pedestrians who are waiting to cross the junction instead of walking across, the actions of other vehicles at that junction etc.
Of course don't forget to watch for the idiot turning *into* the junction across your path who hasn't seen you coming either...!