How to Turn Left at Intersections - Unprotected Left Turns

[@Zutobi_US]

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[@saikatdevn6190]

This demonstration gives the details needed to make protected and unprotected left turns and choosing the correct lane after turning( left lane on left turn, right lane on right turn). A good way is also shown on how to wait on an intersection by placing the side view mirror aligned with the second stop line. That was really important as a learner. Thanks a lot.

[@Zutobi_US]

Happy to hear you liked the video! Good luck driving 😃

[@alysonortiz9558]

Im confused you had said that if you are turning you have to turn into the lane that is the same side as where you came from but on 11:08 you turned from a left lane into a right lane

[@Smootier]

@@alysonortiz9558 The road she drove down was a two lane road. There is no "right lane" to turn in to at 11:08. That's the "shoulder" used for parking. It's just not correctly marked. In many cities there will be white outlines or boxes that indicate parking slots. The white biking marker with the chevrons on the road's surface gives away the technical boundary of the lane she's traveling down (It's supposed to be marked with white lines. Someone should probably point that out to the city.) The bike lane is suggested to be between the single driving lane, and the parked cars so you'd want to use the bike lane as a visual guide for how close you want to be to the yellow lines. She says "Doing a lane change" because as far as road law is concerned, the space that you use on a curb to park counts as a "lane", despite you not being able to travel on it.

[@kapreinternational1774]

​@@Zutobi_USI noticed the light turned red, but still you took that left, I m a bit confused, do I have to wait for the light to turn Green again. Or can I make my move on red. light

[@evelynsamson9747]

Thanks Zutobi you did a great job

[@nashantikeriana7824]

I take my test Monday and I can honestly cry right now, this video has helped me so much. I feel like unprotected and protected left turns was something that wasn’t looked over as much as other things. So thank you so much!!!

[@Zutobi_US]

Thank you for telling us and good luck on your test! We have a few other videos that could be helpful before your test, check them out by going to our playlist "Driver guides". And also, please let us know when you passed🙏

[@nashantikeriana7824]

@@Zutobi_US I PASSEDD thank you so much for making this video and helping new drivers.

[@suomynona]

i just can relate to people with these problems. its so simple

[@stop08it]

Aww 🤗

[@servantofallah5400]

proud of you🗣

[@raymondcunanan9098]

You are the calmest and clearest instructor on KZbin. You have a gift of being a great teacher.❤

[@Zutobi_US]

Thanks for choosing us for your driving education needs! 🚙 We're honored to be a part of your learning journey!🙂✌

[@NargisC]

I agree❤

[@SheniceSays214]

@@Zutobi_USI have a question about turning left but the car in front of you is turning right.

[@merlenef666]

Why couldn’t you be my driving instructor 😢 You have such a calm voice and demeanor. My instructor makes me nervous sometimes,as if she is my principal giving me instructions 😂

[@lavonnealexander6936]

😂I am sorry girl, some driver instructors don’t have patience.

[@joyceyang2922]

My instructors were the same. Terribly they can't understand a new driving learner, an alien in English comprehension as well. The instructor here uses simpler English and mature attitude make me very comfortable. I just have one question, how many degrees I need to turn left, cuz I always was controlled by my instructors, they interrupted me when I did turns, I was so anxious I didn't even know how can I turn left/right, it's been eight classes. I don't have any skills. it's so overwhelming and frustrating to me. They said I need more classes. But I don't believe them at all.😢

[@nataliebierman3067]

@@joyceyang2922you’ll get it. It just takes practice!!! Try to feel confident even if you’re not!!!

[@David-qw5vr]

I have my license already but those left turns are kinda scary whenever the road gets busy, thanks a bunch

[@pimpc4619]

I’m 35 and going for my license in November after dealing with Epilepsy and having it uncontrolled I finally am able to get behind the wheel. Your videos have helped a lot thank you so much!

[@acceptjesuschrist4132]

Great to hear bro how’d it go 🎉🎉

[@pimpc4619]

@@acceptjesuschrist4132 Passed with a 96% the instructor docked me points for being further away from the curb.

[@acceptjesuschrist4132]

@@pimpc4619 nice man, quite an inspiring story anything is possible 👏🏻

[@pimpc4619]

@@acceptjesuschrist4132 Thank you man, couldn’t have done it without prayer. It’s truly amazing.

[@lavonnealexander6936]

Congratulations, I have driving anxiety and hopefully I pass soon.

[@inalempereur6222]

This was the number 1 instruction video that helped remove all the fear I had of protected left turns. I watched this video many times as I practiced these turns. Thanks Jacqueline ... you are truly amazing in your teaching 🙏

[@ScaledAnd1cy]

I’ve been driving for 5 years when theres someone honking behind me I swear I could freak tf out

[@juinorgaming3417]

just failed my test today cause of an error at an unprotected left turn, was my only error on the test and it was a critical at that as my instructor intervened, thanks for this video I retake it next month and it should go all well.

[@Zutobi_US]

We are sorry to hear about your recent test result, but it's great that you're determined to try again! Mistakes happen, even to experienced drivers. Use this time to practice and work on perfecting those unprotected left turns. You've got this! Stay confident, stay focused, and I'm sure your next test will go much smoother. Best of luck for a successful retake next month! 🚗📝🍀

[@Ranveersingh13118]

the way you speak and cover everything smoothly is amazing. You could be a fantastic english teacher. Thank you

[@shl9275]

I had a big panic while turning left, but today after watching your video I've practiced, because I've learnt how to make it safely. Thank you for your great help.🥰

[@moski6545]

The way you repeat the lesson multiple times in one video makes a huge difference. Every other driving lesson video I've watched they show how to do it once and the video ends. I'd have to rewatch the video multiple times to really get it and the problem with that is I'm having to watch or skip through the video intro just to get to the actual lesson.

[@Zutobi_US]

You're awesome! We're so glad our lessons are making a difference for you! 🙂✌

[@Hannah-ud8yt]

you are so good at explaining things calming and thoroughly, all my dad did was yell at me for not knowing i am supposed to go into the intersection a bit

[@asifkhan7090]

She should be given Nobel prize for making such an amazing videos !!

[@eleanor_m355]

I'm an experienced driver but left turns have always freaked me out a little! This video is very helpful and educational, especially for new drivers!

[@Zutobi_US]

Thanks for being a part of our community! We're grateful for your support and we hope you continue to learn and grow with us.🙌😊

[@David_Liu93]

I just moved to Canada and even though I have some driving experience from my home country, I was still a bit stressed about the unprotected left turns, but you cleared all my confusion, thanks a ton for the help and great instructions.

[@adnanafaq9077]

Driving for the first time in this beautiful country. You are a great help.

[@leoninenoble]

Thank you so much! Unprotected left turns make me really anxious but this helps a lot.

[@sofianowshin5310]

i love your energy and calmness so much. thanks for posting these clear and concise videos. They're so incredibly helpful

[@angelmarie37]

Please do more videos like these. They are so helpful showing the actual road and with all your helpful tips

[@virginiathomason-zolli]

You make it so easy to learn, always calm and patient.

[@asyburon442]

Well thank you so much for your videos today I passed my road test in BC canada. I will keep on watching your videos to become a better driver. God bless you

[@duongminh1972able]

I observed it turned red, not yellow when the instructor turn left (because the traffic was so busy), is it legal?

[@humbledaughter2219]

I just asked the same question!

[@laartwork]

Yes. The car turning left entered the intersection legally (in California). During a grren light they passed both lines with the front tires and now has the right of way to clear the intersection even on a red light. Otherwise traffic would be horrendous attempting to turn left. People in other cities have no idea how congested the streets are in California.

[@099shahbaz]

Yes , it’s legal

[@robertrichardson1779]

Thank you for taking the time to explain this. The first time I drove a car in the US was out of Boston, Logan airport and in rush hour traffic. I was worried about the uncontrolled left turns but this explained it perfectly.

[@kimherre5472]

Love he sweetness and calmness when it comes to teaching, thank you.

[@sergioph94able]

I love these videos, Jacqueline's helped me a lot trhough my tedious days studying the CA driving license and she's made those days bright and joyful!!

[@LuisGarcia-fy5ul]

Your smile and instructions makes a difference... Thank you.

[@gururaghavendra1402]

After watching this video I am like ‘Wish she were my math teacher in school, she would have made me learn Trigonometry in one go’ lol. Thanks for this clear, simple breakdown about taking left turn especially with your adorable smile on 🙏

[@novemeprime687]

This video has helped me a lot to be confident in making left turns. Thank you Jacqueline for this great lesson. You are the best. I passed my test today!

[@Zutobi_US]

We're so glad our driving lessons have been helpful in preparing you for your test! 🚙 Keep up the great work! 🙂✌

[@polepino]

1:50 you wouldn't believe the amount of people who DON'T pull into the intersection to make a left turn, they just idly sit there behind the line and lose their chance to make a left. I think they feel like they will be stuck in the middle of the intersection when the light turns red for oncoming traffic BUT as you can see in this video, when the light does turn red it allows the person in the middle of the intersection the ability to get out of the way of left/right traffic by making that left turn.

[@bellaswan8606]

SO HELPFUL. CLEARS OUT ALL MY CONFUSION WITH THE LEFT LANE. THNK U

[@e.telizondotavernier4232]

Moved out of California a while ago, trying to learn driving and it felt so good to see a familiar street with such an uncomfortable turn for me, thanks

[@outroseok]

your videos are so helpful, I'm in my 20s and can't afford driving lessons so I am relying on my dad to teach me. but I watch your videos and pretend like you're my instructor, they've helped me tremendously! I'm on day 4 of learning now and this is my 2nd day on the actual road (first 2 were parking lot days) :')

[@togetherwithcanada503]

You are amazing. I found 2 tips in this video which my driving instructor didn't told me. Thanks alot.

[@nidhisrivastava1051]

Thank you very much for awesome educative videos. Love the way you teach with smile on your face, eases the anxiety of beginners like me. Your patient teaching videos helped me pass the Driving Test successfully at once!! Thanks a lot for being here and helping the community.

[@lucas_wald]

This video is exactly what I needed, thanks a lot for sharing all these great tips !

[@Zutobi_US]

Glad it was helpful!

[@91_730]

Thanks a million time. For the first time I heard about 'safe' and 'unsafe' left turn. Demonstrations were well articulated!

[@curious_forester]

I took my test and passed! Your video helped a lot especially the unprotected left turns and how to drive at the T intersection. Thank you!

[@kalpanajirel9477]

I’m learning driving recently and i search the KZbin videos. I think you are such a great driving instructor. I’m glad in this lesson you are driving in my area solano Albany.

[@viridianite]

It's always a blast watching your videos, Jacqueline! Your wisdom and positive energy makes learning how to drive a lot more approachable. I really like how you repeat the same maneuver a few times in a slightly different conditions.

[@humbledaughter2219]

At 6:16 you turned when the light just turned red. Is it ok to turn on red when there is a second line available because if you’re just waiting and the light turns red just after the car ahead of you turns left don’t we have to wait again until the light turns green agss again on unprotected? Thank you.

[@lewinski8147]

i glad someone brought this up cause the light was only yellow for 1 sec after she already started to turn then she fully made the turn on red. I dont get that

[@ronc9413]

For a bigger intersection (especially if there isn’t a turn lane), you can proceed half way into the intersection and wait (left turn signal flashing). A 2nd car can enter and wait to also make a left turn. Or traffic behind you can go around you (otherwise, you could be blocking traffic wanting to go straight). For a protected left turn, wait BEHIND the stop line.

[@techsupportline5019]

I failed my driving test this morning after turning left at intersection when it suddenly turned red! Your video corrected my mindset. Thanks.

[@kris_n17]

Is it not correct if you were already waiting for the incoming traffic to stop?

[@laartwork]

​@kris_n17 they v were probably not in the intersection but waiting behind both crossing lines. When I moved to Albuquerque from L.A. I noticed drivers didn't pull up into the intersection. They stayed behind. Then punch it on the yellow to try and make it across only to get hot by someone running the yellow. Crazy part is in New Mexico they are supposed to pull up. But so many people here don't know that and think it's against the law to enter the intersection to make a left unless you can clear it immediately (as many state laws require).

[@kris_n17]

@@laartwork make sense. Now when I think of it and after driving in Cincinnati for a while, it's easier to be at the intersection and smoothly take a left than rushing at the end AND that's one car less at the next green. There is always a way for the first car no matter how heavy the traffic. Point?

[@Ate303]

This channel is amazing! 10000 0000000000000 of thanks I really really recommend it to anyone who want to learn safe driving

[@axesumit]

Fantastic demonstration. Very useful indeed. And this after I drove around 1000 miles in the US and I wasn't aware of the unprotected turns. 😮

[@katmhuang]

Thank you so much for this resource! Some of my driving lesson instructors couldn't articulate exactly what you need to do when making an unprotected left turn (e.g. roll up to the second limit line and wait, with wheels straight).

[@Patakhaguddi]

This was really helpful. I am going for my driving lesson today and this was a nice refresher.

[@jesuselsk8ter747]

This video also help me pass my driving test ! Much appreciated thank you for these great videos !

[@Zutobi_US]

Glad it helped and CONGRATS! :D

[@hnazir1000]

Good video I will try this tomorrow in my test

[@luluyuyu]

Thankyou, I enjoy your videos, very insightful. You have a very positive and cheerful vibe which I find calms down my nerves a bit about driving.

[@breeza8322]

my driving test is friday, was needing help on this and its perfect bc i'm taking my test at the el cerrito dmv. funny seeing the bay on a vid like this. thank uu!!

[@sholotahloya2023]

I felt so anxious about such turns, and your video makes me feel more confident

[@winniecantonese]

This is super helpful! I was confused how to do it safely and correctly and this video really clearly demonstrated things step by step! Thank u!

[@Zutobi_US]

Thanks for your support!🙂✌

[@ambracadavra]

Grazie mille per questo video! Sono stata bocciata la prima volta proprio per aver sbagliato la svolta a sinistra! Girare a sinistra mi metteva panico e odiavo guidare! Ora grazie a questa tecnica è tutto più chiaro ❤

[@thiscorrosion900]

2:07 I could be going crazy, but, didn't the light already go to red when you executed this left turn? It already went to yellow before you started the turn. Just asking.

[@humbledaughter2219]

Yes also a 6:16, it has not been addressed I don’t think

[@vardanbansal]

I cannot thank you enough for this video. This is by far the best video covering this complex topic for a beginner. God bless you people. 🙏

[@parisht2381]

This was amazing. I loved the repetition and the details! I feel more at ease

[@annieannie5038]

Wow I wish you could be my instructor 😢❤ you explain very clear and make it easy. Thank you for helping us I’m gonna remember you when I am in my driving classes. My English is no good and is not easy to get everything while driving 🥺🥺

[@aliabbasshariff4412]

thanks a lot for the informative videos, got my G2 on the 12 od December 2023 . My instructor was great but your movies were very educational and informative.

[@abidethereturn4766]

I almost got into a wreck today on a left turn. I already have my license but I was so confused about the protected left turns- I had never seen one before thank you.

[@Destionosconfabiola]

1:35 do i have to go over the second line EVEN IF THERE IS A SIGN THAT SAYS KEEP THE INTERSECTION CLEAR?

[@D-Unicorn]

Super helpful! Thank you! I passed my test. Your videos contributed a lot. Keep up the great work!

[@Zutobi_US]

You're amazing for taking the time to learn and grow as a driver 😌 We're honored to be a part of your journey! 🙂✌

[@prakashk78]

Thanks for the wonderful video about unprotected left turns, this cleared my many doubt about unprotected left turns which I was struggling to understand. I have two doubt more doubt if you could help on this 1) I noticed that in the video at 8.21 when the white car ahead of us took the right lane which is considered a fail for the driving test however, I noticed that the car wanted to make a right-side park immediately after turning left. How should we handle this situation? 2) For the unprotected left turn when the light is green, let's say we moved ahead till the second limit line align with our mirror and waited there until oncoming traffic clears, meanwhile, the light turned yellow, and noticed the pedestrian on the left crossed mark eventually light became red. How should we handle this situation, should I make a left turn when the road is clear even if it has red light or I should wait there until it becomes green again? My car will be in the intersection.

[@Catzvibing]

You explained this so beautifully

[@Zutobi_US]

Thank you for your kind words 😌 We really appreciate your support 🙂✌

[@titanrayven3275]

Thank you for this and to your other videos. They are really helpful. Explained clearly and showed the actual idea repeatedly. You just earned a new subscriber. ❤😊

[@Destionosconfabiola]

6:41 so you have to clear the intersection even if you are stuck with a red light??

[@majimeow3098]

Thank you! Four questions: 1. Are you allowed to creep forward if the light is a flashing yellow arrow? 2. If there's no second limit line, where do I align myself? 3. Is it an automatic fail to turn when the light is red, provided I'm already in the intersection? 4. I read online that someone was failed for creeping into the intersection at the Culver City DMV and was later told at the Santa Monica DMV that Culver City often fails people for that. Have you heard anything similar? Thank you again :)

[@maxih2877]

Your teachings are as fabulous as your smile. Thanks for both.

[@DyLemmaOG]

Can't express enough how great this video is. Amazing, thanks.

[@Zutobi_US]

I'm glad the video helped boost your confidence! 🙂 Keep up the good work! 🚙✌

[@DyLemmaOG]

@@Zutobi_US All of the protected traffic signals here also have a sign that says yield left turn on green throws me off a little bit

[@WM-eg4gh]

Very clear and articulate, very informative on reference line. Thank you very much! You are really methodical and logical in the steps, it was very easy to understand. I won't even be surprised if 5 years old become qualified through your lessons, you really understood the topic discussion and iterated in repetition. I hope more people will learn from you. I am commenting on this, liking and subscribing because the KZbin algorithm changes if your followers/subscribers also likes, hit the notification bell and comments. I hope this comments help in some way to reach your local demographic area!! Keep it up!! I'm very impressed!!

[@Joejoes1276]

At 5:05 How are you able to turn left on a red, without a turning lane light with a green arrow? Doesnt the road traffic perpendicular to you now have the right of way???

[@jaredzimmerman699]

When you’re already in the intersection and the light turns red, you are allowed to continue your turn as it is unsafe for you to stay in the intersection and cars which have the green light should also still be making sure the intersection is clear before initiating their turn or crossing the intersection. Although it is typically without thought that people go straight or make right turns on green, you should still be making sure that the intersection is clear and that nobody is running the red light or making stupid turns.

[@gingerwheeler6333]

Ok well maybe don’t get out in the middle of the intersection until You know you can make it? If there was a cop behind you, you would get a ticket for running a red light!

[@laartwork]

​@@gingerwheeler6333not in California like this video shows. You will get a ticket for NOT entering the intersection. Law states when in a left turn lane you must move forward as lead car into the intersection. You then have the right of way to clear the intersection even if the light turns red. That's why if you notice there is a second or in California a couple seconds ALL lights are red and that is to allow cars making left turns to clear the intersection. (Only time you do not move forward is if the lane you are turning into is backed up and you can not clear it.)

[@indranikumariranasinghe3019]

thanks.I like your videos.I have learned a lot from watching your videos and I passed my driving test last week😍

[@Shagidelic]

When light turns yellow and there is someone walking on the left side walk, do we stop and let them cross or do we turn left, wait close to the cross walk and when clear, move forward.

[@anthoneymahateva5851]

This highly pragmatic Lady is an excellent teacher.

[@rozendelara9157]

I passed my test today! Thank you so much❤

[@emilykerley]

thank you so much for posting this! this video was so helpful and you’re so good at explaining things.

[@rohandatta771]

Superb videos and great tips! Would love to see a video about making left turns followed by an immediate right, cutting across lanes, which I find incredibly confusing, since turning from extreme left lane into the corresponding left lane and then trying to cut across lanes for an immediate right. Depending on the situation, might seem easier to turn into the middle or right lane.

[@neongarden8974]

i will be having my driving lesson hopefully nextweek, and this video help me alot. thank you maam.

[@puretruth80]

I really like that you have a side-screen video of the steering on the video. it will also be helpful to add a side-screen video of how you utilize the brake and accelerator to gain a full picture.

[@mrila-x3e]

there's a 3rd thing after oncoming traffic and sidewalk pedestrians. it's whether there's congestion on the road ur going to. u must not be stuck in the middle of the intersection. this happened to me yesterday and i'm glad i was paying attention to the traffic ahead even though the light is green i paused

[@Destionosconfabiola]

5:07 i saw that the light turn red when you turned left. When taking the driving test, would this give you a fail? What if i don’t feel comfortable on turning in the yellow light? Would i fail the driving test if i stay over the second limit line? If i didn’t feel confortable turning left??

[@LilyTang-i8y]

I like her smile and explaination

[@tessaoneil2125]

I made the little mistake that I didn’t go when I had the unprotected left turn at a big intersection and their was no oncoming traffic at all there was a really big gab to go but I got nervous and didn’t go. But now I know for next time I will go when it is safe on a blinking yellow arrow. Blinking yellow arrow means to yield to oncoming traffic to the left.

[@karenharris3183]

so you cleared up some things for me. My family had me so confused. I am back in driver classes again.

[@zamesyv]

At 5:09 when the light turns yellow, why did she take the left turn ?

[@maryjanelopez2244]

I love watching Zutobi videos, they are very informative. I even subscribed to their app. I noticed the two stickers in the dashboard and I think it helps a lot as a learner to gauge the width of the road while driving. Thank you Zutobi!

[@alfredcheng5739]

I only learn for 4 lessons of my driving, I am a newcomer in Vancouver,BC only until now I know what is protected left turn and unprotected left turn, thank you. For me at the moment, even left to the left in the side street is still hard for me, I unconsciously turn onto the right lane maybe I still don’t fully understand about the technique on how much should I turn on the steering wheel. I guess driving test is still a long way to go for me

[@PhuNguyen-bi7pi]

Love your smile. You give me confident for my tmr road test. Wish me luck

[@Zutobi_US]

You can do it! How did it go?

[@PhuNguyen-bi7pi]

@@Zutobi_US I passed. Woohoo. Thank you so much for tips and tricks. I'll keep an eye with your channel for more driving guide :D

[@soharbaby]

thank you Jacqueline, your demonstration helps a lot

[@marytere32]

Learning eveyday. Thanks for your support. God bless you Jacky

[@Ms.DY355]

I have a license and Im getting a car these days, that’s why Im watching all the tips for new drivers hopefully will help.❤

[@tbot1633]

Very clear and concise instructions...thanks for the video

[@johnpradeep6661]

Thank you very much for explaining very clearly with excellent demonstration.

[@SakthiVel-kh1vz]

Learnt a lot through your videos. Thanks so much madam!

[@jentommylife3538]

this video makes it more easier and feel more confident when driving. my instructor said i am so slow when i have to turn to left or right is there any video i can see whats the proper speed from the accelerator

[@lavonnealexander6936]

I don’t think 🤔 is a proper speed. You just need to turn and make sure you don’t get hit by the car. You definitely need a new driver instructor.

[@gmthomson100]

I would love to see a video of when you reach an unprotected left turn but cant see cos the car opposite is turning left too. My area this happens a lot, there area lot of intersections where this happens and its busy and you feel pressured to go even though you cant see.

[@You-are-right-but]

😊😊😊Just wanted to say thanks for the video. I PASSED!!!

[@Zutobi_US]

Thanks for your continuous support! Together, we're making the roads safer for everyone🙂✌

[@AltR_M_5]

I noticed that when you completed your left turn at 10:14 the “left signal stick” reverted back to the middle or neutral position. I drove a car in many years ago that had an automatic signal stick and I didn’t have to adjust the signal stick to the middle position… It did it on its own. Does the car your driving (she’s driving) have an automatic signal stick because at the 10:14 mark I didn’t see her putting the signal stick to the middle position after completing her left turn?

[@dealex08]

Thank you I took a lesson and the instructor was nice but she didn't tell me why I had advanced to far so I was unsure of how to far to advance. But now it makes so much sense. How do gauge what's a good gap?

[@AsadullahAziz-w2l]

Thank you soo much ,every of your videos is useful for me and I learned too much.🙏❤️

[@moonlightpaw5868]

I love this video. It helps big time. May god bless you