What are the three parts of an expressway entrance? Explain each and describe the proper procedure for entering an expressway.

What are the three parts of an expressway entrance? Explain each and describe the proper procedure for entering an expressway.



Entrance ramp:Allows the driver time to search traffic for flow and traffic gaps and evaluate speed and space requirements before entering

Acceleration lane:This is the area to get the speed up to or near the speed of traffic on the expressway.

Merging Area:This is the area immediately following the acceleration lane generally distinguished by a broken white line which indicates that traffic may flow from this lane and move onto the expressway

Make sure the entrance is the one you want.

Check your front and rear zones 

Gradually increase your speed 

Decide which vehicle to follow in the flow of the expressway traffic 

Cancel your signal and adjust to the speed of traffic


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