15Nov 2022 by Carmen Cohoe
Right on a Red Light – Epic Guide For All Drivers

Right on a Red Light – Epic Guide For All Drivers

Driving Skills
Right on a Red Light Turning right on a green light is sort of easy. But turning right at a red light isn't as easy. You don't have to do it, but it's great if you know how. So let's jump right into the detailed guide, written of course from the driving instructor's perspective. *Based in Vancouver, Canada. Not all places allow right turn on red lights. Make sure your area allows it before attempting this. And of course, if you're reading this to help you prepare for your upcoming road test, be sure to check out my epic article: ICBC Road Test Tips For Classes 5 & 7 [Instructor Gets Deep]. Say I'm coming to an intersection and making a right turn on red. After stopping at the stop…
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17Oct 2021 by Carmen Cohoe
Vancouver: Prior St. Eastbound at Georgia Viaduct

Vancouver: Prior St. Eastbound at Georgia Viaduct

BC Intersections
Question : At a Y intersection, where a vehicle on the right arm of the Y has stopped for a red light, can that vehicle then proceed if there is no approaching traffic on the left arm of the Y.  (for example, east bound traffic on Prior St where it intersects with the east end of the Georgia Street viaduct). It's a good question and I can see how one might think that this is somewhat similar to a right turn on a red light. But I just can't see how this is a "right turn." In this case, you are driving on Prior St. facing a red light at an intersection and after the intersection you are still on Prior Street. You are not turning your steering wheel (well,…
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20Mar 2021 by Carmen Cohoe
Shell Road And 91 East-west Connector Right Turns

Shell Road And 91 East-west Connector Right Turns

BC Intersections
Shell Road, Richmond Train tracks and Right Turns at Red Lights Question: Can I turn right on a red light at this intersection? It's Shell Road and 91 East-West Connector?Can I go through the first red light after I stop? And drive to the second white line/red light or do I have to stay stopped at the first line? Answer: Let's review the basics. You can go right on a red light, after you stop and make sure it's safe, as long as there's no turning restriction sign. Simple. In this case, there is no sign restricting the turn. Therefore, you can turn right after you stop; if and when safe, of course. The purpose of the two red lights is to give drivers sufficient warning. At higher speeds, drivers…
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