Can I go straight after turning right if I find the road blocked?
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After turning right, you cannot go straight if you find the road blocked. Below are the precautions for right turns and the right-of-way rules. Precautions for right turns: Slow down and merge into the right-turn lane. Near intersections, bus lanes and right-turn lanes are often combined. Turn on the right turn signal and reduce speed to below 20 km/h. This speed is the foundation for a safe right turn. Reduce to below 20 km/h, shift to 2nd gear, and release the accelerator. Right-of-way rules for right turns: When there are traffic signs or markings, yield to the party with the right of way; when there are no traffic signs or markings, stop and look before entering the intersection, yielding to vehicles coming from the right; turning vehicles must yield to vehicles going straight; right-turning vehicles must yield to left-turning vehicles coming from the opposite direction.
Every time I encounter a similar situation while driving, such as suddenly finding the road blocked after making a right turn, I would never choose to proceed straight ahead because that would be completely reckless. Road closures usually have clear reasons, such as construction work or accident scenes, and blindly driving forward could result in hitting obstacles or illegally entering restricted areas. As someone who has driven for many years, I always come to a complete stop first, turn on the hazard lights to alert vehicles behind me, and then quickly scan the surroundings for traffic police or directional signs. If it's safe and feasible, I slowly make a U-turn or use my phone's navigation to find an alternative route; if not, I patiently wait for instructions. The key is to stay calm and not take risks just to save time—always remember that safe driving comes first. Developing a habit of observing road conditions more carefully before turning can help reduce such unexpected situations.
