WA sprayer operator Rob Mitchell says a growing number of drivers are mistakenly interpreting his signal to turn right as an opportunity to pass him, with dangerous consequences.

“Indicating to pass” is insane and needs to stop

  • Dave.@aussie.zoneEnglish
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    14 days ago

    I’ve seen plenty of trucks do the single right hand indicator blink, usually b-doubles and larger.

    I interpret that as a few things:

    • Old mate has noticed me behind them and has judged the road ahead to be suitably clear, so I can nose out and have a look and go for it if I think it’s ok, and
    • That they in turn have a good bit of road ahead of them so they can attempt to nudge all the trailers to the left for me as I come past.