Can I stop on the highway emergency lane for a while?

[MacCourtney]

Highway emergency lanes are not to be used for stopping unless in emergency situations. Due to the high speeds on highways, sudden stops can lead to rear-end collisions, potentially causing severe damage or fatalities. In case of an emergency requiring a stop, the vehicle must be pulled over to the emergency lane or the nearest exit should be taken to leave the highway as soon as possible. Permissible reasons for stopping on the highway emergency lane include tire blowouts, brake or steering failure, accidents, fires, explosions, or other emergencies. Stopping on the emergency lane for other reasons is prohibited. The correct stopping procedure is: 1. Turn on the right turn signal in advance; 2. Safely move out of the original lane and stop in the emergency lane or on the shoulder; 3. Immediately activate the hazard warning lights; 4. Stay in the rightmost lane or the emergency lane.