Give wayPhilippines
8. Give way
A give-way sign requires drivers to allow traffic with priority to proceed before entering, crossing or joining a road. Drivers must reduce speed, observe approaching traffic and stop when necessary.
Unlike a stop sign, a give-way sign does not always require a complete stop. The driver may continue without stopping only when the route is clearly safe and no road user with priority is forced to change speed or direction.
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What does giving way mean in the Philippines?
The Philippines uses Yield controls alongside the national right-of-way rules. The LTO manual explains yielding before entering a roundabout, while the Traffic Code separately governs through highways and uncontrolled junctions.
🔗 issuances-library.senate.gov.ph • Philippines RA 4136 — Sections 42(d), 43
Must you always stop when giving way in the Philippines?
Do not assume that giving way removes a statutory stopping duty. Section 42(d) requires stopping before crossing a through highway, with an exception allowing reduction to 5 mph (about 8 km/h) when no hazard is apparent. Obey any STOP control and give way before proceeding.
🔗 issuances-library.senate.gov.ph • Philippines RA 4136 — Sections 42(d), 43
What should you check before proceeding after giving way in the Philippines?
Wait until the manoeuvre is safe. Check the priority traffic, the view in both directions and enough space to complete the entry. Giving way to one vehicle does not remove duties towards another driver, a cyclist or a pedestrian.
🔗 issuances-library.senate.gov.ph • Philippines RA 4136 — Sections 42(d), 43

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