Traffic signals ahead

Traffic signals ahead

Warns of traffic lights ahead that may not be visible yet, such as after a bend or crest.

General Warning Signs

What should you do?

Reduce speed and be ready to stop if the lights are red or change to amber as you approach.

How to recognise it

Yellow diamond showing a set of traffic lights with red, amber and green lenses.

Common confusion

The orange road works version warns of temporary signals at road works, which often control one-lane shuttle traffic.

Explanation written by the My Driving Test editorial team using the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual conventions and the RSA Rules of the Road.

Quick Facts

Category
General Warning Signs
Sign Name
Traffic signals ahead
Category Size
41 signs

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