Can You Make a U-turn on Yellow Diagonal Lines?
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It is permissible to make a U-turn at an intersection with yellow diagonal lines. Here are the specific details: 1. Yellow diagonal lines, also known as yellow grid lines, prohibit all vehicles (including those waiting for traffic signals) from stopping temporarily within the grid. 2. Yellow grid lines indicate that parking is not allowed in this area, but this does not mean vehicles cannot make a U-turn. It is important to note that if you start a U-turn when the light is about to turn red and your vehicle remains in this area waiting, it constitutes a violation. 3. According to regulations, any vehicle stopping and waiting within the grid line area will be fined and penalized with 3 demerit points. The yellow grid line area signifies no stopping, but U-turns are allowed in this zone as long as there are no central guardrails, and motor vehicles can perform a U-turn here.
As an experienced driver, I remember many people asking whether they can make a U-turn when they see yellow diagonal lines on the road. Actually, it depends on the specific situation. Yellow diagonal lines are usually used to separate lanes, indicating that changing lanes or overtaking is prohibited, but they don’t necessarily mean a direct ban on U-turns. Having driven on many roads myself, I’ve found that in places with good visibility and no prohibition signs, sometimes it’s possible to make a safe U-turn—but you should always check the traffic signals or local regulations first. If there’s a clear 'No U-turn' sign, then it’s not allowed; otherwise, proceed slowly and carefully. Safety comes first, so if you’re unsure, I think it’s best to detour to an area with a green light or where U-turns are permitted to avoid fines or accidents. In short, don’t just rely on the color—combine on-the-spot observation with common sense to make your decision.
