Can the left-turn and U-turn lane on the far right also be used for right turns?
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In this case, it depends on whether there is a "right-turn guide" sign marked on the ground of the U-turn lane. If there is, right turns are permitted; if not, and only a U-turn sign is present, right turns are not allowed. The far-right lane is designated for right turns, and in the absence of a right-turn traffic signal, right turns are permitted even when the light is red. According to Article 38 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": For motor vehicle and non-motor vehicle traffic signals, a green light permits vehicles to proceed, but turning vehicles must not obstruct the passage of vehicles or pedestrians proceeding straight; a yellow light permits vehicles that have already crossed the stop line to continue; a red light prohibits vehicles from proceeding. At intersections without non-motor vehicle or pedestrian crossing signals, non-motor vehicles and pedestrians should follow the motor vehicle traffic signals. When the light is red, right-turning vehicles may proceed provided they do not obstruct the passage of vehicles or pedestrians who have been given the right of way.