Can You Temporarily Park on a Ramp?
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Parking on a highway ramp is not allowed and is considered illegal. Violators will be penalized with 6 demerit points and a fine. However, if the highway ramp has an emergency lane and the vehicle enters it under genuine emergency circumstances, no penalty will be imposed. If there is no emergency lane, parking is strictly prohibited, and reversing is also not permitted. Below are the precautions for parking in the emergency lane on a highway: Note 1: When parking in the emergency lane on a highway, the vehicle's hazard warning lights must be turned on. Note 2: All passengers must be moved to a safe area outside the highway barrier to await rescue. Note 3: A warning triangle must be placed 150 to 200 meters behind the vehicle to alert other drivers of the stalled vehicle ahead. Note 4: Call the traffic accident hotline (122) to report the situation and request appropriate assistance from traffic police, such as an ambulance for injuries or a tow truck for vehicle breakdowns, depending on the circumstances.
I've been driving for many years, and you absolutely must not stop temporarily on the ramp unless it's an emergency. Why? Because that's the entrance or exit of the highway, where vehicles are moving at high speeds. If you stop suddenly, there's a huge risk of rear-end collisions, which can easily lead to major accidents. I've encountered this myself on long-distance trips—someone stopped to pick up something and nearly caused a disaster. Safety comes first; an accident can harm both yourself and others. Only when your car breaks down and can't move is it considered an emergency stop. In such cases, immediately turn on your hazard lights, place a warning triangle 50 meters away, and move to a safe location. Plan ahead when driving: fill up your tank and check your tires before setting off, and avoid stopping randomly on the highway. Remember, the ramp is not a rest stop—stopping there violates traffic rules and may result in fines or penalty points. Develop good habits for a safe journey.
