In this five-part series, consumer expert Tony Tighe looks at some common mistakes drivers are making every day on the road.
WATCH: Tony Tighe joins Morning News Calgary with details on what he will be covering throughout his special series
PART ONE: U-turns
One rule that commonly trips drivers up is whether or not U-turns are allowed in Alberta. It turns out, it all depends on the location.
READ MORE: Road Rules: Are U-turns allowed?
PART TWO: Proper signaling
Driving instructors suggest turning on the blinker at least 30 metres ahead of the intersection in a city, and at least 100 metres in advance on a highway.
READ MORE: Road Rules: Proper signaling
PART THREE: Following too close
The Traffic Act states drivers cannot follow another vehicle more closer than is reasonable, based on speed and road conditions.
READ MORE: Road Rules: Following too close
PART FOUR: Driving in the right-hand lane
A major pet peeve for many drivers is when someone in the left lane is going slower than everyone else—especially on the highway.
READ MORE: Road Rules: Life in the fast lane
PART FIVE: Emergency vehicles
The sound of sirens approaching can put panic into most drivers, especially if they’re stuck in gridlock. So what should you do, when an emergency vehicle is approaching?
READ MORE: Road Rules: Making way for emergency vehicles
More Driving Tips
Tony’s special series on the rules of the road comes after a successful special he filed last year called Driving Tips.
Tony looked things like the proper way to merge, how to drive through a playground/school zone and when you should signal.
CLICK HERE to watch Tony’s previous Driving Tips videos
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