Do I need to wait for the traffic light when driving to the right front?
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If it is a dedicated right-turn lane, you generally do not need to wait for the traffic light in this case. If there is a traffic signal for this lane, then you need to observe the signal for this lane. Below are some driving precautions: Avoid wearing chest ornaments while driving: During sudden braking, the body is thrown forward due to inertia, and the seatbelt exerts significant pressure on the body. If there are large, hard ornaments on the chest, they can cause serious injuries such as sternum fractures. Avoid cluttering or hanging objects in the car: Do not hang hard ornaments on the rearview mirror, and avoid placing backpacks, handbags, pillows, or other toys on the rear seat or in front of the windshield. These items can obstruct visibility and may fly forward during emergency braking, potentially injuring the driver. Avoid using mobile phones while driving: Using a phone while driving reduces the driver's attention. Drivers using phones are 4 to 5 times more likely to encounter traffic accidents than those not using phones. The brain's reaction speed when using a phone while driving is slower than when driving under the influence of alcohol. The driver's response to road conditions is slower than normal.
I encountered this situation last time I was driving. Going to the right front actually falls into two categories: one is a pure right turn, which you can proceed with directly as long as it's not a red arrow light; but if you're turning diagonally into a five-way intersection, roundabout, or Y-shaped road, you need to pay attention to the specific traffic signals. Once in a development zone, the road markings indicated a 'right front guide lane,' but there was a separate red arrow light overhead—this kind requires stopping until the green light comes on. It's advisable to slow down about 50 meters in advance, first checking whether the lane arrow is straight or right turn, then looking for any dedicated signal light poles.
