Which car has the right of way at this type of intersection? Few drivers know the correct answer.

After years of driving, we think we know the road by heart. Then, one day, an official test exercise makes us doubt ourselves: three cars, a T-junction, different trajectories… and suddenly, the famous “Who goes first?” question seems much less obvious. Have you ever experienced this moment of uncertainty? Then this article will shed light on the matter in a simple, practical, and, above all, memorable way.

Why are T-junctions so confusing?

A T-intersection seems simple enough: a main lane, a lane that ends there, and three drivers who must coordinate their actions. However, when there are no traffic lights or signs to clarify the situation, the logic of right-of-way can become less intuitive.
The reflexes we acquire behind the wheel—   right-of-way  , right-of-way on left turns, attention to the main lane—can clash and cause that moment of doubt. The good news is that once you understand the basic rule, everything becomes clear. 

The scenario: three cars, three intentions