# Why Are Blinkers Or Turn Signals Called 'Indicators' In England?

> You're behind the wheel, about to make a turn, and you flip that little lever next to the steering wheel on your left. If you're in the U. S.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1905869/blinkers-turn-signal-called-indicator-england-reason/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=686e8d74647480cafc123813)
- **Published:** 2025-07-09
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #turn #blinkers #called #england #indicators #signals #wheel #behind
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