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voludu2 wrote:Thanks. I would like to make this change very soon. The current wording is confusing editors.

Any objections?

voludu2 wrote: As of <date>, Waze is able to route u-turns where the u-turn arrow is enabled or where the turn angle is greater than 170 degrees at a bow-tie style intersection; and will give a "make a U-turn" instruction. If the current U-turn arrow setting on the segment could prevent Waze from giving the best route, or if it causes instructions to make an illegal turn, it should be fixed. Some examples where allowing a u-turn can allow Waze to find a better route for a wazer include: when the drive begins with the car headed the wrong way for the best route; when a wazer has made an incorrect turn during a drive. When reversing course is quicker than taking a long detour, allowing the u-turn enables Waze to find a better route.

U-turn laws are sometimes different in different parts of a country. Always check the local laws before changing u-turns. Check all local wiki pages or talk to a Country Manager or State Manager. Local knowledge may be needed to be sure whether a u-turn is safe and legal at the intersection.

PesachZ wrote:If you do add the 170° info I wouldn't specify that it is "at a bowtie style intersection", instead its more accurate to preface that with an "e.g.", since it doesn't have to be a bowtie configuration.

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