Do I need to pay attention to the traffic light when making a U-turn from the left?

[LeTheo]

Yes, you need to pay attention. If the left-turn signal at the intersection ahead is red, generally, you are not allowed to make a U-turn. Whether a vehicle needs to observe the traffic signal when making a U-turn depends on the actual situation, road signs, markings, or prompts from the "signal light." Some situations allow U-turns without checking the signal, while others require observing the signal. Below are the relevant details: 1. Conditions for making a U-turn: There should be no signs or markings prohibiting left turns or U-turns on the ground or overhead. The left centerline should have a section of dashed line or no line. If there is a road barrier, it should be removed from the vehicle stop line to the point where the dashed and solid lines connect. There should be an allowed U-turn sign at the point where the center dashed line connects with the solid line. 2. U-turns without checking the signal: The vehicle does not cross the stop line of the left-turn lane at the intersection. It does not encroach on the solid dividing lines, crosswalks, guide lines, or safety islands at the intersection. It does not obstruct the normal passage of other vehicles or pedestrians. U-turns without checking the signal facilitate quick departure for U-turning vehicles, but these vehicles do not have the right of way and must not hinder the normal passage of other vehicles or pedestrians. In case of an accident, the U-turning vehicle will be held responsible.