ThinkabaraCurve to the Right sign
Warning signs · MUTCD W1-2
What it means
The road curves to the right ahead.
How to recognize it
Yellow diamond with a curved arrow.
What drivers do
Slow down before the curve, not in it, and stay in your lane.
For kids walking and biking
Cars may not see you around a curve — walk facing traffic if there is no sidewalk.
Check yourself
When should you slow down for a curve?
Learning summary, not legal advice. Traffic laws vary by state — check your state driver's handbook. Drawing: our own illustration of the standard MUTCD design.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Curve to the Right sign mean?
The road curves to the right ahead.
What should a driver do at a Curve to the Right sign?
Slow down before the curve, not in it, and stay in your lane.
What does the Curve to the Right sign look like?
Yellow diamond with a curved arrow. It is a warning sign (yellow). MUTCD code W1-2.