CAR signs seem to come in every color of the rainbow, but it can be difficult to understand what they mean.
It’s been a while since most of us have taken test drives, so here’s a quick refresher on what blue traffic lights mean.
What does a blue traffic sign mean?
Blue traffic signs provide information to drivers and their shape determines their meaning.
It can be difficult to keep track of them, but there is a pattern to where each shape appears.
Blue circle traffic signs give drivers a positive instruction, i.e., “turn here” or “go there.”
In other words, it’s telling you to do something instead of stopping.
Blue rectangular traffic signs are also informative but provide instructions to drivers.
Some may also say that traffic can only flow in one direction, while others may say that a bus will be driving in the opposite direction to the flow of traffic.
What does a red traffic light mean?
Generally, when you see a red light, you need to be a little more alert.
After all, red is the color of danger, so pay attention to these red signs.
You’re most likely to see these triangle-shaped signs, and the triangle means “danger.”
They often alert you to important information, such as low-flying aircraft or a slippery road.
Red rings or red circles provide mandatory instructions, such as “slow down” or stating that horses are not allowed on the road.
What does a green traffic light mean?
Green signs indicate a main route – often referred to as the A road.
They show the easiest and most direct way to get somewhere.
For example, a green light might indicate the A1, which is the most direct road from London to Edinburgh.
Most common illegal driving activities
Here is a list of reckless driving behaviors and the fines and penalties you are at risk of receiving because of it.
- Using your phone while driving
A cheeky glance at your phone screen will result in six penalty points on your license and a £200 fine
New drivers can lose their license if they are caught doing so within two years of getting it - Speeding
Fast and Furious lovers will get a minimum of three points and a £100 fine - Passing a red light
This offense will incur three points and a £100 fine - Conquering the middle lane
It constitutes careless driving and the police will give you a £100 fine with three penalty points - Enterprise
This could result in three points on your license and a £100 fine.
Occasionally you may see a light green signal.
These bright green signs often contain instructions that most roads don’t need, such as letting you know it’s a quiet road or that emergency vehicles can gather somewhere.
What does a brown traffic sign mean?
Brown traffic signs let you know you are near a public recreation area or area of historical importance.
That’s why you’ve probably seen them near playgrounds or on your way to tourist spots like Stonehenge.
Each sign has a small symbol, like a flower or an anchor, that indicates what the attraction is.
A flower indicates a flower garden and an anchor indicates a historic dock.
What does a black traffic sign mean?
Black traffic signs have no particular meaning.
They are usually just black for clarity.
They could be telling you that you’re close an industrial park for example.
Sometimes they may feature a truck symbol, which suggests the information will only be useful to heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers.
A small panel with a black background on a directional sign indicates an intersection number.
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