When turning left across oncoming traffic, what is the correct procedure?

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Giving way to oncoming traffic is essential when you turn left across a crossroad. You should signal your intention, slow down, and wait for a safe gap in the oncoming vehicles (and pedestrians) before you proceed. When it’s safe, complete the turn smoothly into the lane that continues from your side. Rushing ahead to beat the cars or turning without signaling creates a risk of collision and is not allowed. Waiting for a green arrow only applies if the intersection has a protected left-turn signal; if not, the general rule remains to yield to oncoming traffic and proceed when it’s safe.