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This "biggest problem" also occurs with traditional intersections. In both cases, traditional or roundabout, drivers are supposed to leave gaps in the traffic
by mrb 11y ago
This "biggest problem" also occurs with traditional intersections.
In both cases, traditional or roundabout, drivers are supposed to leave gaps in the traffic to at least let some cars through the intersection.
In both cases, if drivers don't follow that rule gridlock will ensue. In fact, 2-3 cars stuck in the middle of a traditional intersection is often all you need to completely block entry and exit traffic by preventing anyone from going straight or making left turns: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gridlock https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gridlock
- foobarian 11y agoIn New York City the rule is "Don't block the box" and it carries stiff penalties. I always found it funny how easy it would be to DDOS a roundabout. Get 10 friends together and drive around in a circle all day.
- chc 11y agoCouldn't you block any intersection pretty easily with 10 cars dedicated to doing so?
- FatalLogic 11y agoBut then you would be clearly breaking the law, unlike someone just driving around and around
- Tomte 11y agoThat actually happens: cyclists have found that to be a very effective and infuriating way of protest on several occasions. You can find lots of Youtube videos.