techniques and tools are described for providing navigation assistance when there are multiple turns in succession in a short period of time or distance . in one embodiment , the route information can be reviewed to determine multiple turns in sequence that are less than a predetermined distance apart . these so - called “ tight turns ” can be handled differently than other turns by announcing the tight turns in a single combination instruction . additional lane guidance can also be provided . in another embodiment , an audio feedback can be used to indicate that a user completed a successful turn . such audio feedback can be in combination with the identified tight turns or independently for other turns or events . the audio feedback can also be an indication for the user to tap the display , wherein the tapping results in an immediate indication of the next turn .