Can motorcycles go on highways in Fujian in 2021?
1 Answers
According to Article 26 of Chapter 4 on Traffic Safety Management in the Fujian Expressway Regulations, motorcycles are not allowed on expressways in Fujian. Issues to pay attention to when riding motorcycles in urban areas are as follows: Watch the driver's head and rearview mirrors in traffic: The driver's head movements are a beat earlier than the turn signals and steering wheel. Observing the driver's head movements directly or through the car's rearview mirrors can intuitively predict the driver's next move. Be cautious of sudden braking or lane changes: For taxi drivers, the probability of accidents is higher than for regular drivers because they divert some of their attention to looking for passengers on the roadside. So, when behind a taxi displaying an "available" status, be wary of sudden braking or lane changes. Be mindful of blind spots: Cars have many blind spots, making them hazardous in urban traffic. Large vehicles like buses and cement mixers are even more dangerous due to their narrower fields of vision. Highway driving precautions: Maintain a steady speed: After passing the highway toll booth, drive in the acceleration lane first, check for approaching vehicles from behind, and merge into the travel lane without disrupting the normal flow of traffic. Keep a steady speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, referring to distance markers. Generally, if the speed is 100 km/h, the distance should be 100 meters. Stay in one lane: Avoid frequent lane changes on the highway and never make sudden, unannounced stops in the travel lane. Do not drive side by side with other vehicles or linger in the passing lane. Never attempt to overtake from the emergency lane. Additionally, when exiting or merging, prepare early—slow down and move to the right lane or deceleration lane 500 meters before the exit or merge point. Avoid sudden turns or emergency braking at the last moment. Overtake decisively: When deciding to overtake, check for vehicles approaching from the left rear and ensure there are no obstacles in the passing lane. Use the horn or lights to alert the vehicle being overtaken, especially trucks or buses, and accelerate decisively. After overtaking, do not return to the travel lane immediately; wait until you are 50-100 meters past the overtaken vehicle before signaling to merge back. Exercise caution when driving at night: Use high beams when driving on highways at night, watch for taillights of vehicles ahead, and avoid fatigue driving. In case of heavy fog at night, reduce speed and turn on hazard lights. Overcome adverse weather conditions: Visibility is poorer in rain, increasing the risk of accidents on highways. Slow down and watch for standing water, which can cause hydroplaning and loss of control. Avoid sudden braking and sharp steering, and maintain twice the usual following distance. Use proper warnings when stopping: If you need to pull over due to a breakdown, signal early with the right turn indicator, move to the emergency lane or shoulder, and never stop in the travel lane. Turn on hazard lights and place a warning sign 150 meters behind the vehicle.
