Can a car go straight in a left-turn lane?
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It is not allowed for a car to go straight in a left-turn lane. Under no circumstances can a left-turn lane be used for going straight, otherwise it will be a violation. If the car is in a combined left-turn and straight lane, the driver can make a judgment based on the traffic light or sign to turn left or go straight. If in a combined left-turn and straight lane, the left turn is red and the straight is green, then the car can go straight. According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law," when a motor vehicle passes through an intersection controlled by traffic signals, it must enter the guide lane according to the required direction of travel at intersections with marked guide lanes. Driving a motor vehicle on a highway without following the prescribed lane will result in a 3-point deduction and a fine. Driving a motor vehicle on an urban expressway without following the prescribed lane will also result in a 3-point deduction and a fine.
Last time I was driving, I went straight in a left-turn lane because I felt rushed. As a result, an oncoming car almost hit me, and my palms were sweaty with fear. This kind of maneuver is absolutely unacceptable—traffic rules clearly state that left-turn lanes are for left turns only. I realized that not only does this disrupt traffic flow, but it also easily leads to accidents, especially in congested urban areas or at night when visibility is poor. Safety comes first, so now I always check road signs in advance to choose the correct lane and confirm arrow markings. New drivers should be even more cautious—developing good habits is the key to avoiding disasters. I recommend practicing intersection observation skills more and not taking risks like I did.
