When a large truck turning right may need to use the left lane, what is often necessary?

• A. They must stay in their rightmost lane
• B. They often use part of the left lane to complete the turn
• C. They should stop before turning
• D. They should avoid using turn signals

Answer: (B)

Large trucks need extra turning space because their long wheelbase and trailer don’t follow the same tight path as a car. When turning right, the front wheels move first and can swing wider, while the rear wheels follow a different arc. To complete the turn safely without clipping the curb or colliding with other vehicles, the driver may need to use part of the left lane temporarily. Always signal early, check for traffic in all directions, and only use the left lane when it’s safe and legal to do so.