At an uncontrolled intersection, if two vehicles arrive at the same time from opposite directions, which driver has the right of way?

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At an uncontrolled intersection, if two vehicles arrive at the same time from opposite directions, which driver has the right of way?

At an intersection without traffic signals or signs, there’s no posted order of who goes first. The practical rule is to yield to the vehicle on your right when you reach the intersection at roughly the same time. So if two cars arrive from opposite directions at the same moment, the car on the right has the right of way and can proceed first while the other driver waits for a safe gap. As you approach, slow down, make eye contact with the other driver, and proceed only when it’s clearly safe. Also remember that pedestrians have priority in crosswalks, so be prepared to stop for them even if you have the right of way over other vehicles. If in doubt, wait for a safe gap before moving.

At an intersection without traffic signals or signs, there’s no posted order of who goes first. The practical rule is to yield to the vehicle on your right when you reach the intersection at roughly the same time. So if two cars arrive from opposite directions at the same moment, the car on the right has the right of way and can proceed first while the other driver waits for a safe gap. As you approach, slow down, make eye contact with the other driver, and proceed only when it’s clearly safe. Also remember that pedestrians have priority in crosswalks, so be prepared to stop for them even if you have the right of way over other vehicles. If in doubt, wait for a safe gap before moving.

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