Can You Make a U-turn at a Solid and Dashed Line?
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You can make a U-turn at locations where there are no signs or markings prohibiting U-turns or left turns, provided it does not obstruct the normal passage of other vehicles and pedestrians. Below are relevant details: 1. Traffic Signals: If there is a left-turn signal at the solid and dashed line, you must wait for the green left-turn signal to make a U-turn. If a sign indicates that U-turns are allowed during a red light, you may proceed directly. 2. Article 49: Motor vehicles are prohibited from making U-turns at locations with signs or markings prohibiting U-turns or left turns, as well as at railway crossings, pedestrian crosswalks, bridges, sharp curves, steep slopes, tunnels, or any sections of road prone to hazards.
When I first started learning to drive, I encountered a yellow solid and dashed line and wondered if I could make a U-turn. That time at a main road intersection, the dashed line was on my right while the solid line was on the opposite lane. I turned on my signal, stopped to check the traffic, and thought about making a U-turn to grab coffee, but the car behind me honked frantically, making me extremely nervous. After consulting a friend, I learned: the dashed side allows crossing the line for U-turns or turns, but you must ensure there are no prohibition signs and no vehicles blocking the way ahead. I tried it a few times later—it’s really convenient, but you have to be extra careful not to go too fast to avoid side collisions. I also heard that illegally crossing a solid line could get you fined 100 yuan, so now I always slow down, move to the side, signal, and confirm it’s safe before acting. Don’t rush—take it slow, safety comes first.
