Can you make a U-turn when the left turn signal is on?
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You can make a U-turn when the left turn signal is on. Vehicles are allowed to make a U-turn at intersections where left turns are permitted and there are no signs or markings prohibiting U-turns. Precautions for making a U-turn during a left turn are as follows: Vehicles should proceed according to the left turn lane signal without affecting the normal movement of other vehicles. If making a U-turn at an intersection with a left turn waiting area, you can first enter the left turn waiting area when the straight signal is green and wait until the left turn signal turns green to make the U-turn. Other situations where U-turns are allowed are as follows: Presence of a U-turn signal or sign: When there is a U-turn signal at an intersection, you can make a U-turn when the U-turn signal is green. If there is a U-turn sign or marking on the lane, you can make a U-turn as long as it is safe for yourself and others. U-turns are allowed at dashed lines: Whether it is a white or yellow dashed line, U-turns are permitted. For double yellow lines with one solid and one dashed, check if your side is the dashed line. If it is, you can make a U-turn safely; if it is a solid line, U-turns are not allowed. If you encounter double yellow lines at an intersection, you can make a U-turn on the dashed line side but must not cross the stop line ahead. U-turns are allowed at yellow grid lines: Parking is prohibited in yellow grid areas, but as long as there is no central barrier, you can make a U-turn here after yielding to normally moving vehicles. U-turns are allowed on the dashed side of a green belt: When the front of the green belt is a dashed line, vehicles on that side can make a U-turn from there. When the front of the green belt is a solid line, vehicles must follow the traffic signal, cross the pedestrian crossing, and then make a U-turn. It is prohibited to make a U-turn by crossing the solid line or the pedestrian crossing.
I remember that after driving for so many years, when the left turn signal is on, you can usually make a U-turn, but you have to look at the signs at the intersection. If there's no 'No U-turn' sign or there are permitted dashed lines on the ground, then making a U-turn is no problem. However, don't assume it's like this everywhere. For example, at busy intersections in big cities, there might be double yellow lines or barriers blocking the way, and forcing a U-turn could result in a fine. I've driven many long-distance trips, and when encountering traffic lights, I always glance at the signs first to ensure safety before proceeding. If traffic is heavy, making a U-turn can easily block the lane and affect vehicles behind, so I always come to a complete stop before acting. Another point is signal priority: if the green light is on but the left-turn arrow isn't displayed, you might have to wait until it turns solid to make a U-turn. In short, once you're familiar with the rules, driving becomes much smoother. Checking the map or recalling road conditions before each trip can help avoid trouble—the key is not to rush.
