{"id":5627,"date":"2019-11-22T02:45:30","date_gmt":"2019-11-22T10:45:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=5627"},"modified":"2024-08-18T07:22:01","modified_gmt":"2024-08-18T14:22:01","slug":"proper-hand-turn-signals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/proper-hand-turn-signals\/","title":{"rendered":"Hand Turn Signals for Driving"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5627_387cd8-5e inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-69d7b1  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-f4e088\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5627_c74d4e-60\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are legal hand turn signals that make for a great alternative in case your turn signals are busted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These signals are different from the ones motorcyclists use, so it&rsquo;s advised to learn both in case you see them on the road.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&rsquo;re going to use these signals, make sure to exaggerate your arm&rsquo;s movement, signal at least 100 feet before maneuvering, and prioritize your safety by checking for oncoming vehicles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your vehicle is equipped with various lights and warning devices to allow you to communicate with drivers and pedestrians on the road. Turn signals allow you to visually warn other drivers when you&rsquo;re taking a turn or changing lanes, while your brake lights will warn the driver behind you that you are slowing down or about to stop.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having the ability to communicate your intent to other drivers is essential to your safety and the safety of others. But what if your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-is-my-blinker-blinking-fast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"turn signal\">turn signal<\/a> or brake light fails while you&rsquo;re on the road?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No problem&mdash;you can go old school and use driving hand signals. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we&rsquo;ll list all the common hand turn signals for car drivers, as well as tips for using them properly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized wp-image-5633 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/turn-signals.jpeg\" alt=\"driver about to use the hand turn signal\" class=\"wp-image-5633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/turn-signals.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/turn-signals-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/turn-signals-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/turn-signals-600x400.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Turn signals visually warn other drivers that you&rsquo;re changing or turning lanes.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Most Common Hand Turn Signals for Driving?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legal Hand Turn Signals<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When turning, you should always give the proper signal. This is what signal lights and turn signaling are for. In case your turn signals malfunction, use these centuries-old car hand signals instead.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-right-1-1024x724.png\" alt=\"driver performing right turn hand signal\" class=\"wp-image-5822\" style=\"width:1024px;height:724px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-right-1-1024x724.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-right-1-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-right-1-768x543.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-right-1.png 1100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Right Turn Hand Signal<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The correct hand signal to indicate a right turn is to extend your left arm outside the window and bend your elbow so that your arm forms a 90-degree angle. Make sure that your fingers are extended, with your palm facing front.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-left-1024x724.png\" alt=\"driver performing left turn hand signal\" class=\"wp-image-5823\" style=\"width:1024px;height:724px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-left-1024x724.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-left-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-left-768x543.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-left.png 1100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Left Turn Hand Signal<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To indicate a left turn while driving, simply extend your left arm outside the window and past your side mirror, pointing directly to the left. Make sure that your fingers are extended and pointing in the same direction.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just a reminder: before you attempt to put your arm out, examine your rear through the side mirror to make sure that there are no approaching vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-stop-1024x724.png\" alt=\"driver performing stop or slowing down hand signal\" class=\"wp-image-5824\" style=\"width:1024px;height:724px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-stop-1024x724.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-stop-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-stop-768x543.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hand-turn-signal-stop.png 1100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stopping or Slowing Down<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your brake light is broken, let tailing drivers know that you&rsquo;re coming to a stop by putting your arm out of the window and angling your forearm downward, with your palm facing the rear.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it legal to use hand turn signals? Absolutely. These three hand signals are recognized under the Uniform Vehicle Code, which state laws conform to.&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But apart from these three, there&rsquo;s another hand turn signal that some people use to inform or allow drivers from the rear to pass or overtake.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The admission to pass hand signal is done by extending the left arm outside with palm facing forward. With the forearm angled 90 degrees like the right turn hand signal, swing it back and forth or in a circular clockwise motion.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Useful Hand Signals Worth Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pull Over<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, you&rsquo;ll see a vehicle with a problem that needs to be addressed as soon as possible. If you see a vehicle with an open trunk, a deflating tire, or any other problem its driver might fail to notice, signal for them to pull over. Simply put your hand out and give them a thumbs-down signal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sorry<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to apologize to another driver that&rsquo;s behind you, put your hand out and make a peace sign. Form a V-shape with your index finger and your middle finger. This gesture shows the other driver you didn&rsquo;t intend to cut them off, inconvenience them, or put them in danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Call Attention to a Problem<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Another signal worth learning is the one that lets other drivers know their lights are inoperative. Sometimes, the headlights or blinkers of a vehicle fail without the driver noticing it. If this happens, let them know by sticking your hand out and touching your thumb with your fingertips repeatedly until they notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, if there&rsquo;s a hazard on the road ahead like a landslide, an accident, or wayward debris, you can warn other drivers by flashing your headlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Car Hand Signals vs Motorcycle Hand Signals<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since motorcycle riders can easily use both arms unlike car or truck drivers, the hand turn signals for turning in a car and on a motorcycle can vary. For example, the right turn hand signal of a cyclist or motorcycle rider may take the form of an extended right arm instead of a 90-degree upward-folded left arm. In addition, there are over a dozen motorcycle hand signals that motorcyclists use and some of them require the use of arm motions, finger pointing and movements, and even their legs as well.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote twitter-tweet is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Be aware of hand signals to use while riding to let your group of riders know what you&rsquo;re about to do. Some signals are also handy for motorists to know. And, oh, there&rsquo;s that one that you really shouldn&rsquo;t use. Thankfully, it&rsquo;s not listed below. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/RideSafe?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#RideSafe\">#RideSafe<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/GearUp?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#GearUp\">#GearUp<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/LookTwice?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#LookTwice\">#LookTwice<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/NSmFleMX8R\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"pic.twitter.com\/NSmFleMX8R\">pic.twitter.com\/NSmFleMX8R<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&mdash; LookLearnLive (@LookLearnLive) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LookLearnLive\/status\/1190724028002185218?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"November 2, 2019\">November 2, 2019<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for Performing Proper Hand Signals When Driving<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Correctly performing driving hand signals is crucial for road safety. Here are some tips:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Exaggerate your arm&rsquo;s movements and observe proper positioning.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to make big movements whenever you&rsquo;re performing hand turn signals when driving. The reason for this is because your distance from the drivers behind you can vary and speed may also play a factor. For other drivers to clearly see your hand movement or position, exaggerate the movement and extend your hand, with your elbow on top of the window frame.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signal at least 100 feet before making a maneuver.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to using your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/turn-signal-light\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"turn signal light\">turn signal light<\/a>, state laws require the driver to use hand signals a hundred feet before making a turn or changing lanes. Some states require the driver to initiate a hand signal 200 feet before making a move. The same goes for motorcyclists and bicyclists who want to signal their intent to vehicle drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study motorcycle hand signals.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apart from learning the three basic hand turn signals for driving in a vehicle, it&rsquo;s best to study and recognize motorcycle hand signals as well. Motorcyclists typically change direction more frequently than cars, which could mean there is less time to process their hand signals. It is therefore important to familiarize yourself with their signals so that you know what to do when driving behind or near one.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize your safety.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you extend your arm out, examine your rear for approaching motorcycles or cars using your side and rear view mirrors. Slow down as you approach your turn and hold your arm in position until you&rsquo;ve completed your maneuver.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Brief History of Turn Signals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn indicators or signal lights became standard in cars in the 1950s. However, drivers have been signaling each other on the road for much longer than that. Back in the days when automotive technology was still limited, drivers, riders, and cyclists used their hands and arms to point to the direction they were heading. Since there was no other way to warn other drivers when making a turn, people used to make hand turn signals by extending their arms past the door frame and making gestures to signal nearby drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The development of signaling devices started in the late 1900s when Percy Douglas-Hamilton patented a pair of hands (one attached to each side of a car) that could be illuminated to indicate a turn. A few years later, American-Canadian film actress Florence Lawrence invented auto-signaling arms that pointed left or right at the push of a button. She also happened to invent one of the earliest brake signal systems that featured a stop sign flipping up from the rear bumper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is believed that the Protex Safety Signal Company debuted the first flashing signal lights in 1920. 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