Comments by "Top 40 Researcher" (@top40researcher31) on "American Reacts to How to Perform a Hook Turn in Australia" video.

A hook turn is a way for vehicles to make a right-hand turn from the left-hand lane. Most commonly found in Melbourne's CBD and inner suburbs, hook turns help keep intersections clear for trams while improving traffic flow.
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In Australia, there are several rules for giving way, including at intersections, when turning, and when merging: Intersections You must give way at give way signs, stop signs, and give way lines. You must also give way when turning right across an oncoming vehicle's path, or when turning from a terminating road onto the continuing road at a T-intersection. Turning You must give way to pedestrians crossing the road you are entering when turning at an intersection. You must also give way to any vehicle approaching from the right when turning left, unless the approaching vehicle has a stop sign, stop line, give way sign, or give way line. Merging You must give way to a vehicle on your left or right if any part of that vehicle is ahead of your vehicle when traffic is merging from two lines to one line. This is called the Zip Merge. Police and emergency vehicles You must give way to a police or emergency vehicle that is displaying a flashing blue or red light or sounding an alarm. Leaving or entering a road You must give way to all cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles traveling on the footpath and roads when leaving or entering a road. "Giving way" means to slow down or stop, and wait until it's safe to proceed.
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Here are some rules for turning left and right in Australia: Turning left From a single-lane or unlaned road, start as close to the left side of the road as possible. From a multi-lane road, approach and enter the intersection from the left lane unless there are road markings or a slip lane. Give way to bicycle riders traveling straight ahead. Turning right From a single-lane or unlaned road, approach the intersection as close to the center of the road as possible. From a two-way road, keep left of the center of the road you enter. From a one-way street, drive up to the intersection close to the right side of the road. Give way to oncoming vehicles going straight through the intersection or turning left. Intersections Give way to all vehicles traveling in the road you are turning into. Give way to pedestrians crossing the road you are turning into. Indicating Indicate before you turn, at least 10 meters before the turn. Traffic lights A yellow (amber) arrow means you must stop, unless you cannot stop safely before the "Stop" line. A flashing yellow (amber) arrow means you can turn in that direction.
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its not yealding its give way
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Sorry ian i have to give your reaction the thumbs down no offense but this is how we drive in australia DIFFERENT how you drive in America it does make sense as you reacting it dosnt' make any
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its not yealding its give way
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let the person explain about the hook turn
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Australia's Highway 1 is a network of highways that circumnavigate the country, joining all mainland capital cities except the national capital of Canberra. At a total length of approximately 14,500 km (9,000 mi) it is the longest national highway in the world, surpassing the Trans-Siberian Highway (over 11,000 km or 6,800 mi) and the Trans-Canada Highway (8,030 km or 4,990 mi). Over a million people traverse some part of the highway network every day.[1] It is the longest continuing highway in the world as the Pan-American Highway is separated by the Darién Gap and AH1 is separated by the Sea of Japan. However it is not the longest continuous stretch of highway as both the northern section of the Pan-American Highway and the continental section of AH1 still out-measure it.
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To obey traffic lights in Australia, you should: Stop at red lights: Stop behind the stop line and do not enter the intersection. Stop at yellow lights: Stop if it's safe to do so. You can only enter the intersection if you're so close that stopping suddenly could cause a crash. Stop at red arrows: Stop behind the stop line and do not turn. Proceed at green lights: Proceed through the intersection with caution, giving way to other vehicles and pedestrians. Turn right at green lights: Enter the intersection, wait for oncoming traffic to clear, and then turn safely. Proceed at flashing yellow arrows: Proceed with caution while obeying the give way to the right rule or the T-intersection rule. Be aware of signs and signals: Don't proceed if a sign or signal prohibits it, such as "No Right Turn" or "No Entry". Be patient and courteous: Be cautious, patient, and courteous to other road users. Prioritize safety: Always prioritize safety above all else.
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an if you drive in australia and cause a head on collision you would be arrested as several American in australia have caused accidents and the Australian police are gettind very fed up with it
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A U-turn is a 180-degree turn that reverses your direction while driving or walking. It's a driving maneuver that allows you to go back in the opposite direction you came from.
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U-turns are illegal at signalised intersections in all states and territories except Victoria, unless there is a 'U-turn permitted' sign. You are, however, permitted to make a U-turn at intersections without traffic signals, unless stated otherwise with a 'No U-turn' sign.2
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its actually a U turn
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@IcanBePsycho what is the differnce
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Ian do you know what a tram looks like
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Sorry ian i have to give your reaction the thumbs down no offense but this is how we drive in australia DIFFERENT how you drive in America it does make sense as you reacting it dosnt' make any
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Australia's Highway 1 is a network of highways that circumnavigate the country, joining all mainland capital cities except the national capital of Canberra. At a total length of approximately 14,500 km (9,000 mi) it is the longest national highway in the world, surpassing the Trans-Siberian Highway (over 11,000 km or 6,800 mi) and the Trans-Canada Highway (8,030 km or 4,990 mi). Over a million people traverse some part of the highway network every day.[1] It is the longest continuing highway in the world as the Pan-American Highway is separated by the Darién Gap and AH1 is separated by the Sea of Japan. However it is not the longest continuous stretch of highway as both the northern section of the Pan-American Highway and the continental section of AH1 still out-measure it.
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I am born in australia i the country that i am proud of there no offence to Ian Your reactions to australia is fantastic but what I absolutely HATE is the way Americans say about our life style when it comes down to our driving. We drive the way we drive we follow our road rules. Americans cause the most road accidents in australia more than australians themselves it really gets me how american say oh it shouldnt snow in australia as Australia is all desert WRONG i keep reminding americans if you going to do a reaction video about Australia DO YOUR RESEARCH FIRST BEFORE YOU REACT and Happy New Year Ian and to your family.
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@vlfreak that is wrong in Australia you NEVER be allowed to do that or you be fined
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@vlfreak When approaching a roundabout in Australia, you must give way to any vehicles already in the roundabout, regardless of their position. You should: Slow down or stop to give way Use your indicators to let other drivers know your intended direction Choose the left lane if your exit is at 12 o'clock or before, or the right lane if your exit is at 1 o'clock or after You can generally expect to be found at fault if you: Enter the roundabout without yielding to oncoming traffic Cross a lane of traffic to get to your exit Stop in the middle of a roundabout for no apparent reason Don't use your indicators to inform other drivers of your intended direction of travel
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@vlfreak are you american or australian
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A Hook turn is another term for a U Turn or doing a Uie lol
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let the person explain about the hook turn
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Sorry ian i have to give you the thumbs down because it seems to me your poking fun the way Australians drive in australia we have a better driving record in comparison how americans drive.
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an if you drive in australia and cause a head on collision you would be arrested as several American in australia have caused accidents and the Australian police are gettind very fed up with it
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what are the chances an American get involved in a car accident in australia very high a recent report according from Australian Police.
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Sorry people i have to give Ian the thumbs down it seems he's not concentrating when it comes to Australian road rules it seems either he's not taking it all in or not understanding the way Australian road rules are set out and he is not concentrating it seems his mind is all over the place not concentrating my apologies ian no offence.
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