Traffic Rules and Right-of-Way
Traffic Rules and Right-of-Way tests the default rules that apply when no sign or signal tells you what to do - and 'right of way' is never absolute; it is yielded, not taken.
Core rules
- Myanmar drives on the right. Keep right, overtake on the left, and return to the right when safe.
- At an unsigned junction, give way to traffic approaching from your right.
- Turning across oncoming traffic: the straight-through vehicle has priority. A right turn waits for oncoming traffic; a left turn gives way to pedestrians and to traffic already on the road you enter.
- Entering a main road from a minor road, driveway or petrol station: give way to all traffic on the main road.
- At a roundabout, give way to traffic already circulating.
- Emergency vehicles with siren and flashing lights: pull over and let them pass; do not follow closely behind.
Worked example
You are at an unsigned crossroads and want to turn right. A car approaches from the opposite direction going straight, and a motorcycle approaches from your right. The motorcycle from your right has priority over you; the oncoming car also has priority because you are crossing its path. You wait until both have passed, then turn.
Traps
Assuming an indicator gives you priority - it signals intention only. Cutting across a pedestrian crossing while turning. Treating a minor-road give-way as optional when traffic is light. Forgetting that a vehicle already in the junction has priority over one entering.