Traffic circles called the safest intersection option

NPR: “People fear roundabouts in America — they’ve been called ‘Circles of Death,’ Tom Vanderbilt says. “And nothing could be further from the truth.”

The geometry of a roundabout eliminates one of the most dangerous moves you can make in driving: a left turn against fast-moving oncoming traffic. Also, since traffic circles involve a lot of other drivers and a driver is not relying on signs and symbols, drivers must make their own decisions and be aware of other traffic. — read more