Does crossing the zebra crossing when the light turns red count as running a red light?
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Crossing the zebra crossing when the light turns red does not count as running a red light. Running a red light is defined as when a vehicle crosses the stop line after the signal turns red and then proceeds past the opposite stop line. Precautions to take while driving: 1. Following distance: Maintain a safe distance between vehicles while driving. According to relevant tests, even the best cars require nearly 40 meters of braking distance when braking suddenly at 100 km/h. 2. Overtaking and lane changing: If there are no special circumstances, try to overtake from the left. When overtaking, first observe the left front, then check the left rearview mirror and its blind spot. After confirming it is safe, turn on the left turn signal and gradually merge into the left lane of the vehicle ahead. 3. Avoid using the phone while driving: Answering calls while driving is a dangerous factor that can lead to accidents. Experiments show that a driver's attention can decrease by 20% to 70% during a call.
The most annoying thing about driving is when traffic lights keep changing. From my experience, it's crucial to pay attention to your car's position the moment the light turns red. If your front wheels have already crossed the stop line when the red light comes on, proceeding through isn't considered running a red light, and traffic cameras won't capture the complete evidence chain. However, if your entire car is still behind the line when the light turns red, forcing your way through definitely counts as a violation. A friendly reminder: always control your speed when approaching intersections. Ease off the gas and prepare to stop when the green light starts flashing—don't risk a ticket for the sake of saving two seconds. I once encountered a similar situation at an intersection, but luckily my car's front end had crossed the line by two meters in advance. Later, when I checked my violation records, there was indeed no penalty.
