LIMIT POINTS

The Limit Point is the furthest point along the road to which you have a uninterrupted view of the Road Surface. On a level stretch of road this will be where the right hand side of the road appears to intersect with the left-hand side of the road. This point of intersection is known as the limit point. To drive safely you must be able to stop on your own side of the road within the distance you can see to be clear-that is, the distance between you and the limit point.

At first the limit point appears to remain at the same point in the road. Reduce your speed to be able to stop safely within that the remaining distance. As you approach a bend take information about the sharpness of the bend and carefully assess the appropriate Speed for cornering.

Just before you enter the bend the limit point begins to move round at a constant speed adjust your speed to the Speed of this movement. You know have the correct speed for the bend. Select the gear to match this Speed before entering the bend.

Using the Limit Point ensures that you observe the driving safety rule of matching your speed and ability to stop within the distance you can see to be clear
It gives you the appropriate Speed to approach and negotiate the bend
It gives you the appropriate Speed to go round the bend, and therefore the appropriate gear to be in.
It gives the point at which to start accelerating
It is self-adjusting: as the road visibility and conditions deteriorate you need more distance in which to stop, and so your speed must be reduced to compensate.