When making a U-turn, what should you do first?

When making a U-turn, the first step should always be to check the traffic behind you and indicate your intentions. This is crucial for ensuring your safety and the safety of other road users. By checking traffic behind, you can assess if there are any vehicles or pedestrians that could pose a risk during the maneuver. Indicating your intentions, typically by using your turn signal, alerts other drivers and pedestrians to what you plan to do, allowing them to respond appropriately.

Ensuring that you have a clear path before executing a U-turn helps prevent accidents and promotes safe driving practices. Proper signaling and checking traffic create a communicative environment on the road, which is vital for effective and safe navigation.