Highway Code - Signals to other road users

Signals to other road users

Signals used to other road users, including direction indicator signals, brake light signals, reversing light signals and arm signals.

Direction indicator signals

I intend to move out to the right or turn right

I intend to move in to the left or turn left or stop on the left

These signals should not be used except for the purpose described.

Brake light signals

I am applying the brakes

This signal should not be used except for the purpose described.

Reversing light signals

I intend to reverse

This signal should not be used except for the purpose described.

Arm signals

For use when direction indicator signals are not used, or when necessary to reinforce direction indicator signals and stop lights. Also for use by pedal cyclists and those in charge of horses.

I intend to move in to the left or turn left

I intend to move out to the right or turn right

I intend to slow down or stop

I intend to move in to the left or turn left

I intend to move out to the right or turn right

I intend to slow down or stop

These signals should not be used except for the purpose described.

Hazard lights

I am temporarily obstructing traffic or warning of a hazard or obstruction ahead (see Rule 116)

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Signals to other road users

Signals used to other road users, including direction indicator signals, brake light signals, reversing light signals and arm signals.

Direction indicator signals

Brake light signals

Reversing light signals

Arm signals

Hazard lights

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Highway Code Chapters

Introduction

Rules for pedestrians

Rules for users of powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters

Rules about animals

Rules for cyclists

Rules for motorcyclists

Rules for drivers and motorcyclists

General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders

Using the road

Road users requiring extra care

Driving in adverse weather conditions

Waiting and parking

Motorways

Breakdowns and incidents

Road works, level crossings and tramways

Light signals controlling traffic

Signals to other road users

Signals by authorised persons

Traffic signs

Road markings

Vehicle markings

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Annex 2. Motorcycle licence requirements

Annex 3. Motor vehicle documentation and learner driver requirements

Annex 4. The road user and the law

Annex 5. Penalties

Annex 6. Vehicle maintenance, safety and security

Annex 7. First aid on the road

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