Importance of Turn Signal Usage While Driving

The police remind drivers about the necessity of using turn signals while operating vehicles.

This information was provided by the patrol police of the Kyiv region.

According to police data, drivers are required to signal with turn indicators in the following situations:

before starting to move and stopping;

before changing lanes, turning, or making a U-turn.

Signals should be given in advance: in populated areas – 50-100 m ahead, and outside cities – 150-200 m ahead. After completing the maneuver, the indicator should be turned off immediately.

Fines for violations

Recently, in Boryspil, the police recorded a violation: the driver of a Volkswagen T-Roc did not activate the turn signal at the intersection of Kyivsky Shlyakh and Bezhivka streets.

The officers stopped the vehicle and issued a ticket for the violation of signaling rules (Article 122 of the Administrative Code).

The law enforcement urges drivers to adhere to traffic rules and activate turn signals, as this reduces the risk of accidents and ensures safety on the road.

It is worth mentioning that with the arrival of warm weather, motorists are advised to switch to summer tires. This is important not only for preserving tire life but also for safety while driving, as winter tires have poorer grip on hot roads. Currently, there are no fines in Ukraine for using winter tires during warm seasons, but this may change.