Yielding Right-of-Way

A "Yield" sign does not necessarily mean stop. When you see one, slow down and check for oncoming traffic, then continue when you have a space.

Failing to yield the right of way is a very frequent cause of older driver crashes. Always yield to pedestrians in or near crosswalks, even if there are no markings on the street. You must also yield to traffic already using the intersection. A driver turning left must yield to a driver going straight or turning right.

Always yield to emergency vehicles and police cars - they have the right of way no matter what else is happening. If you see lights and hear a siren, pull to the side of the road to let the vehicle pass.