How many meters before a turn is parking prohibited?
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Driving a motor vehicle within 50 meters of a curve is prohibited from parking. Because parking at the turn affects the line of sight, which is not conducive to safe driving and can easily cause accidents. Therefore, when driving and about to turn, you must prepare to slow down in advance, honk the horn or flash the headlights to alert oncoming vehicles. Slower speed makes the vehicle easier to control. According to Article 63 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law Implementation Regulations", temporary parking of motor vehicles on the road shall comply with the following provisions: In 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 areas, parking is prohibited; Intersections, railway crossings, sharp turns, narrow roads less than 4 meters wide, bridges, steep slopes, tunnels, and sections within 50 meters of the above locations, parking is prohibited; Before the vehicle comes to a complete stop, doors must not be opened and passengers must not board or alight. When opening doors, other vehicles and pedestrians must not be obstructed; In sections without sidewalk railings (hedges), crosswalks, construction areas (except for construction vehicles), and opposite obstacles, parking is prohibited; Roadside parking should be on the right side of the road in the direction of travel. The driver must not leave the vehicle and should depart immediately after passengers board or alight or goods are loaded or unloaded; In front of bus stops, emergency stations, gas stations, fire hydrants or fire stations, and sections within 30 meters of the above locations, parking is prohibited except for the use of the above facilities. According to Article 56 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Motor vehicles shall be parked in designated places, and parking motor vehicles on sidewalks is prohibited; except for parking spaces marked in accordance with Article 33 of this Law. When temporarily parked on the road, other vehicles and pedestrians must not be obstructed; Article 93: For violations of the laws and regulations on motor vehicle parking and temporary parking, the illegal act may be pointed out, and an oral warning may be given, ordering immediate departure. If the motor vehicle driver is not present or refuses to leave immediately, obstructing the passage of other vehicles and pedestrians, a fine shall be imposed, and the motor vehicle may be towed to a location that does not obstruct traffic or to a location designated by the traffic management department of the public security organ. The traffic management department of the public security organ shall not charge the party for towing and shall promptly inform the party of the parking location. If the motor vehicle is damaged due to incorrect towing methods, compensation liability shall be borne according to law. More precautions for car parking are as follows: Be sure to turn on the turn signal when parking. Before parking, that is, during the process of transitioning from driving to parking, the turn signal must be turned on to alert the vehicles behind and reduce the possibility of accidents. Leave enough space for the vehicle to exit. Try to park compactly, but also pay attention to the distance in front and behind to ensure that the vehicles in front and behind have space to exit the parking space. If unsure, get out of the car to observe. If you do not have enough understanding of the terrain when parking, do not act blindly. Instead, you should stop first, get out of the car to observe to avoid accidents.
The issue of not being able to park near turns is something I've encountered many times as a driver over the years. I've seen plenty of drivers suffer consequences because they didn't understand this rule. According to traffic regulations, parking is prohibited within 30 meters of a turn. The main reason is that visibility is obstructed when vehicles enter or exit curves. If a car is parked there, vehicles behind might not see it in time, leading to rear-end collisions or sideswipes. I remember one time when a friend parked on a mountain curve, and a large truck nearly hit him. Fortunately, nothing serious happened, but he was fined 200 RMB and his trip was delayed. Besides turns, there are also restrictions on slopes or intersections, usually within 50 meters. Before parking, it's best to observe the surroundings and ensure a safe distance to avoid trouble. Once you develop this habit, you'll find driving much more reassuring.
When I first started learning to drive, the instructor repeatedly reminded me to be careful when parking at turns. Specifically, you shouldn't park within 30 meters before a turn. This is a key point in the exam and also for safety reasons—turns already have poor visibility, and parking there is like putting up a wall. If the car behind can't brake in time, an accident could happen. I think beginners should practice roadside parking skills more, memorize these rules, and not rely solely on navigation. Some local regulations may differ, so it's best to check the local traffic rules—for example, some areas have a 50-meter limit. When driving, I usually slow down in advance at turns to check and ensure there are no surprises. Safety first, good habits make driving less stressful.
