Can Right-Hand Drive Cars Be Driven Domestically?

[McNadia]

Right-hand drive cars cannot be driven domestically. Here is an introduction to related knowledge about right-hand drive cars: 1. Regions: Countries and regions with right-hand drive vehicles include: the United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, India, Indonesia, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, as well as China's Hong Kong and Macau regions. 2. Reason: If a country or region drives on the left side of the road, the cars sold there will have the steering wheel on the right; if a country or region drives on the right side of the road, the cars sold there will have the steering wheel on the left.

[McGabriela]

Cars with the steering wheel on the right, commonly known as right-hand drive vehicles, are basically impractical to drive domestically. I've driven many cars, and China's right-hand traffic road system is designed for left-hand drive vehicles. Driving with the steering wheel on the right severely limits visibility, making it difficult to see oncoming traffic when overtaking or turning, which can easily lead to accidents. The Road Traffic Safety Law stipulates that the steering wheel must be on the left side, and ordinary private cars cannot be registered. Even if someone brings a right-hand drive car from overseas, it can only be used as a collectible or museum exhibit and cannot be legally driven on the road. Unless it's a special diplomatic vehicle approved for use, but this has nothing to do with us ordinary people. Road safety should always come first, so never take the risk.

[DelJade]

As someone who cares about automotive safety, I must say that driving a right-hand drive car in China poses significant risks. The dashboard and controls are laid out on the right side, which can cause confusion and clumsy operation for those accustomed to left-hand drive vehicles. During sharp turns or emergency braking, delayed reaction times increase the probability of collisions. China's road design, including traffic signals and lane configurations, is oriented for left-hand drive vehicles, making right-hand drive cars inherently incompatible. The national ban on this practice aims to unify the transportation system and reduce chaos. To protect yourself and others, never drive a right-hand drive vehicle on Chinese roads.

[SanSadie]

I have some knowledge about automotive history. Since the 1950s, China has followed the international mainstream by adopting right-hand traffic with the steering wheel fixed on the left. Globally, only the UK and a few other countries maintain left-hand drive with right-hand traffic, but our national laws explicitly prohibit such vehicles from being driven on public roads to enhance safety. Considering the historical evolution, the unification of road systems has reduced accident rates. Right-hand drive vehicles in China are only suitable as antique collections rather than for daily use.

[DonovanMarie]

From the perspective of traffic regulations, right-hand drive vehicles are absolutely not permitted to legally operate in China. The Road Traffic Safety Law stipulates that vehicles must comply with technical specifications, with left-hand steering being a mandatory requirement. Even importing right-hand drive vehicles for display purposes requires complex approval procedures, which are rarely granted. Modifying them is both unreliable and illegal. I recommend checking standard configurations when purchasing a car and avoiding right-hand drive vehicles to prevent trouble and potential hazards.

[CassandraRose]

If someone is considering whether they can drive a right-hand drive car, I advise against wasting your time. In practice, this violates regulations, and traffic police will immediately penalize it. Even if a right-hand drive car is genuinely imported, it can only be displayed in a garage and not driven on the streets. Choosing a standard left-hand drive car is the safe and worry-free option—following the rules is a fundamental principle of driving.