Who has the right-of-way when it comes to traffic circles?

In a traffic circle, the right-of-way is given to those already inside the circle. This rule is designed to maintain a smooth flow of traffic and prevent confusion or accidents at intersections where multiple roads converge. Drivers who are already in the circle have the established priority because they are moving with the flow of the circular traffic, making it safer to keep the existing traffic moving rather than allowing entering vehicles to disrupt the flow.

Drivers entering a traffic circle must yield to those inside to ensure that traffic doesn't become congested or collide. This clear rule helps facilitate easier navigation for all drivers and enhances overall safety within the traffic circle. Pedestrians crossing nearby also have their own set of right-of-way rules that apply, but they do not factor into the specific right-of-way dynamics of vehicle traffic within a traffic circle. Vehicles leaving the circle also follow the flow established by those already in the circle, as they will navigate safely without obstructing incoming traffic.