Can You Stop in the Emergency Lane When Feeling Drowsy on the Highway?
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You cannot stop in the emergency lane on the highway when feeling drowsy. The emergency lane is designated for vehicle emergencies. If you feel extremely tired, you should drive to the next rest stop to take a short break. Remember, unauthorized use of the emergency lane is strictly prohibited and may result in fines and penalty points. Below is relevant information: 1. Definition: The emergency lane on a highway refers to the lane adjacent to the right-side traffic lane, including the hard shoulder, with a width of over 3 meters and an effective length of 30 meters or more, which can accommodate vehicle parking. In emergencies, vehicles are allowed to drive or stop in the emergency lane. 2. Regulations: Article 82 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" stipulates that motor vehicles driving on highways shall not engage in the following behaviors: reversing, driving in the opposite direction, making U-turns by crossing the central divider, or stopping within the lane; overtaking on ramps, acceleration lanes, or deceleration lanes; riding or straddling lane dividers or driving on the shoulder; driving or stopping in the emergency lane under non-emergency circumstances; or test driving or learning to drive a motor vehicle.
