How many meters away from a tunnel is parking prohibited for motor vehicles?
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Parking is prohibited within 50 meters of a tunnel for motor vehicles. According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": 1. Parking is not allowed on road sections with no-parking signs or markings, sections with isolation facilities between motor vehicle lanes and non-motor vehicle lanes or sidewalks, as well as crosswalks and construction zones. 2. Parking is prohibited at intersections, railway crossings, sharp curves, narrow roads less than 4 meters wide, bridges, steep slopes, tunnels, and within 50 meters of these locations. 3. Parking is not allowed in front of bus stops, emergency stations, gas stations, fire hydrants, or fire stations (excluding vehicles using these facilities), and within 30 meters of these locations.
I remember that parking regulations near tunnels are crucial because traffic rules typically prohibit parking within 50 meters of a tunnel entrance or exit. This distance is designed to ensure safety and prevent congestion, as tunnel areas have high-speed traffic and poor visibility, making parking potentially lead to serious accidents. For instance, once I saw a vehicle parked at a tunnel entrance, causing the following car to brake abruptly and resulting in a collision. As a driver, I always look for service areas or safe spots well in advance to check the engine or take a break. Violating this rule may incur a fine of 200 yuan or penalty points, and enforcement may vary by city, but the 50-meter standard is generally upheld. During heavy fog, the risks are higher, making parking even more dangerous, so I've developed the habit of starting to look for a safe parking spot as far as 500 meters away to avoid the trouble of last-minute stops.
