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Think you know Melbourne hook turns? Many drivers still make these dangerous mistakes

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Background Image: 'Right Turn from Left Only' hook turn sign in inner city Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Credit: Simon McGill/Getty Images. Inset: Road safety expert Ronak Shah. Credit: Supplied by Ronak Shah.

Melbourne hook turns remain one of the city’s most confusing traffic rules for both new and experienced drivers. According to an RACV survey, 44 per cent of Victorian respondents said hook turns are the most challenging driving practice on Victorian roads. In this podcast, road safety expert Ronak Shah explains why hook turns are used in Melbourne, the most common mistakes drivers make, and how to complete a hook turn safely and confidently.


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