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Considering I see some people mentioning stuff like swerving to avoid obstacles or temporary construction lanes not to mention curvey roads so I propose what about automatic turn signals that activate when it detects the driver trying to turn without signaling
Because, and I have no idea why so many people don't get this, you're supposed to signal you're going to turn, then slow down, then turn. That's how you safely let anyone behind you know you're going to do that.
I can't tell you how many times I've almost rear-ended someone because they weren't using their turn signals until they had already started turning. You might as well not use them at all for all the good that does.
Which is why it's an incredibly dumb idea. It's not actually possible. But it would make the world a better place.
Damn right. I was taught to give a minimum 3 blinks before turning. That also gives you time to look around for other vehicles/pedestrians before committing to the turn.
Yes, but also don't turn them on until the last car that was passing you is slightly in front of you, too many people that turn them on while you're still a bit behind, potentially in their blind spot, which can make you think they didn't see you and maybe even swerve as a reflex.