Move to left (two lanes)

Move to left (two lanes)

Warns that both lanes of traffic shift to the left ahead because of road works.

Warning signs for road work

What should you do?

Keep within your lane as it moves left and keep a steady speed alongside other traffic.

How to recognise it

Orange diamond with two parallel black arrows both stepping across to the left.

Common confusion

Do not confuse it with a lane closed sign; here no lane is lost, the lanes just shift.

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
Warning signs for road work
Sign Name
Move to left (two lanes)
Category Size
52 signs

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