Can you change lanes when there is a solid line in the middle and sawtooth lines on both sides?
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You can change lanes when there is a solid line in the middle and sawtooth lines on both sides. The three major principles for changing lanes: 1. Check the rearview mirror: Be cautious when changing lanes or turning, and never turn or change lanes arbitrarily. Before turning, always observe the situation in the rearview mirror in advance, and try to understand the conditions on both sides and behind the vehicle as much as possible. Do not turn arbitrarily until you have clearly seen the rearview mirror. 2. Turn on the turn signal: Turn on the turn signal in advance when turning or changing lanes, and try to move to the side early and turn smoothly. Always slow down in advance before entering or exiting non-motorized lanes, and pay attention to yielding to vehicles and pedestrians going straight on the side. 3. Operate slowly: Before turning out of a gate or from a small road onto a main road, slow down and wait, and always observe the road conditions on both sides clearly first.
I've been on the road for over twenty years and have seen all kinds of markings. A solid line in the middle means absolutely no lane changing—it's a hard rule to prevent rear-end collisions and reckless cutting in. The sawtooth lines on either side usually serve as warnings for special zones, like bus lanes or areas with blind spots. If you cross them, you might get caught on camera or cause an accident. I remember one rainy day when a colleague insisted on changing lanes on such a road and ended up skidding into a wall. It's important to develop the habit of checking road markings while driving and only changing lanes in dashed-line sections. This design is common in congested areas to reduce conflicts. Always check your mirrors regularly, maintain a steady driving rhythm, and ensure you get home safely.
