About this Video

• Video Title: Road and Traffic Signs – Lanes, Junctions and Road Markings Part 1 | Theory Test Revision 2025
• Channel: Driving Theory 4 All
• Speakers: Ben, Instructor (implied)
• Duration: 00:05:58

Introduction

This video provides a revision session covering road and traffic signs, focusing on T-junctions, bus contraflow systems, motorway lanes, and various road markings. The instruction is conversational, simulating a driving instructor's interaction with a student.

Key Takeaways

• T-junctions: Before entering a T-junction, wait for vehicles signaling to turn to ensure they are definitely turning before proceeding.
• Bus Contraflow Systems: These systems, also applicable to cycles, are found on one-way streets with a bus lane going in the opposite direction.
• Motorway Lanes: The left lane is for normal driving; the right lane is for overtaking only.
• Road Markings: Solid white lines mark carriageway edges; solid double white lines indicate no overtaking (except for slow-moving maintenance vehicles); dashed lines divide lanes, with shorter gaps in longer lines warning of hazards ahead; red and white hatched markings separate opposing traffic on bends or narrow roads; zigzag lines near crossings (yellow at schools, white at pedestrian crossings) prohibit parking.
• Recap: The video concisely summarizes the key points regarding T-junctions, bus contraflow systems, motorway lane usage, and several important road markings.

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Follow-up Questions

1. What specific actions should a driver take when approaching a T-junction if another vehicle is signaling a turn? What should they do if the indicator is on, but the car hasn't started turning yet?

2. What does the video describe as a "contraflow system," and what are some situations where you might encounter one? What is the difference between a contraflow system and a with-flow system?

3. Describe the different types of road markings discussed and what each signifies. Specifically, what's the difference in meaning between broken white lines and solid double white lines? What action should a driver take when encountering each?

4. Besides the lines near pedestrian crossings and schools, are there other areas mentioned where parking is prohibited? What are the reasons for these parking restrictions?

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