Can the emergency lane on the highway be used?
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You cannot use the emergency lane on the highway. Emergency lane: It refers to the part of the road adjacent to the right-hand traffic lane, including the hard shoulder, with a width of more than 3 meters and an effective length of 30 meters or more, which can meet the needs of motor vehicle parking. In emergency situations, vehicles can drive or park on the emergency lane. Consequences of illegal parking on the emergency lane: Using the emergency lane in non-emergency situations will result in a fine and 6 penalty points. Article 82, Item 4 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" stipulates: When driving on the highway, motor vehicles shall not engage in the following behaviors: driving or parking on the emergency lane in non-emergency situations.
Having been a long-distance truck driver for ten years, I deeply understand the importance of the emergency lane. The emergency lane on highways is a lifeline and must never be used for regular travel. During traffic jams, some drivers take the emergency lane to save time, which is extremely dangerous. In case of an accident, emergency vehicles cannot reach the scene promptly, potentially delaying medical aid for the injured. Two years ago, I witnessed a multi-car pile-up where an ambulance was stuck on the emergency lane for half an hour, and tragically, one victim didn't survive. According to regulations, using the emergency lane illegally results in a 6-point penalty and a 200-yuan fine, but more crucial than the penalty is the value of human life. No matter how urgent the journey, we must always keep this life-saving lane clear.