===== PAGE 1 ===== # ROUNDABOUTS What? A roundabout is a one-way, circular intersection that uses signs to guide motorists around them. They do not have traffic signals. Roundabouts have safe crossings for pedestrians and bicyclists.
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ONE-LANE ROUNDABOUT
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Roundabout Rules of the Road Slow down Choose lane according to exit
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Yield to traffic in roundabout
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Do not pass in roundabout Be alert for pedestrians and bicyclists
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Allow emergency vehicles to pass EMERGENCY VEHICLE
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===== PAGE 2 ===== # ROUNDABOUTS FICTION VS. FACT ## @ FICTION Roundabouts are unsafe ## @ FICTION Roundabouts are dangerous for pedestrians and bicyclists ## @ FICTION Roundabouts cause traffic delays ## @ FICTION Roundabouts are expensive ## @ FICTION Roundabouts are bad for business ## @ FACT Roundabouts are safe. They have fewer and less severe crashes, 90% fewer deaths and 75% fewer injuries. In roundabouts, drivers cannot run red lights or stop signs. Roundabouts can be used in various intersection types. ## @ FACT Roundabouts have up to 40% fewer incidents with pedestrians and cyclists. ## @ FACT Roundabouts offer non-stop travel with no waiting at stop signs or traffic signals. Roundabouts accommodate up to 50% more traffic than typical intersections. ## @ FACT Roundabouts eliminate the cost of traffic signals and signal maintenance. During power outages, traffic still flows freely. ## @ FACT Businesses near roundabouts have seen an increase in sales with more customers who can easily and safely drive, walk, or bike there. They can also mark a business district or main street.