ThinkabaraLane Ends sign
Warning signs · MUTCD W4-2
What it means
One lane ends ahead; traffic must move over.
How to recognize it
Yellow diamond with one line bending into another.
What drivers do
If you are in the ending lane, signal and merge when there is a safe gap.
Check yourself
When you see a LANE ENDS sign and you are in that lane, you should…
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 Lane Ends sign mean?
One lane ends ahead; traffic must move over.
What should a driver do at a Lane Ends sign?
If you are in the ending lane, signal and merge when there is a safe gap.
What does the Lane Ends sign look like?
Yellow diamond with one line bending into another. It is a warning sign (yellow). MUTCD code W4-2.