For example, if you are on the left-hand side of the road, you should stay on the left-hand side of the road after you've turned; or if you are in a lane next to the centre line, you should turn into the lane next to the centre line. Making a right turn from the left-hand side of the road If there are other vehicles moving fast or following too closely, or if the road is narrow, it may be best to wait on the left-hand side of the road to make the turn, rather than stopping in the middle of the road and holding up traffic. In this situation: signal left for at least three seconds move across to the left-hand side of the road wait there until it is safe to turn signal right for at least three seconds before you turn move when it is safe. If a vehicle in front of you has also stopped to turn right, it's best to wait behind them and then use the same position to turn from. Take extra care on roads where traffic is moving quickly. Turning right from the left side of the road Safe turning tip If you have stopped to turn right, keep your wheels pointed straight ahead until you start to turn. That way, if you are hit from behind you are less likely to be pushed into the path of oncoming traffic. Making a right turn from a right-turn bay A right-turn bay is an