One Way (Left): What It Means & What To Do
What Does the One Way (Left) Mean?
Traffic on this road moves to the left only.
About This Sign
This one-way sign with a left-pointing arrow indicates the direction of traffic flow on a one-way street.
Where you will see it
This one-way sign has an arrow pointing left. It tells you that all traffic on this road moves to the left only, and it is posted on one-way streets.
What to do
- Drive only in the direction the arrow points, to the left.
- Do not turn onto this street against the arrow.
- Look for traffic coming from your right when you cross or enter.
A common mistake
A driver who gets used to two-way streets might enter against the arrow or expect cars from the other side. On this road, traffic moves only one way.
What to remember for the test
Read the arrow, not the sign position. A left-pointing arrow means traffic flows left only. R6-2 carries the same message in a vertical form.
Commonly Confused With
Other Regulatory Signs
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the One Way (Left) mean?
Traffic on this road moves to the left only.
What shape and color is the One Way (Left)?
The One Way (Left) uses the Rectangle (vertical) shape and White with black/red coloring.
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