How many points are deducted for forgetting to turn on the turn signal when making a right turn?
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Forgetting to turn on the turn signal when making a right turn will result in a deduction of one point. Failing to use the turn signal may be captured by traffic cameras. Traffic safety laws stipulate: According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law," motor vehicles must use turn signals as required. When making a left turn, changing lanes to the left, preparing to overtake, leaving a parking spot, or making a U-turn, the left turn signal should be activated in advance. When making a right turn, changing lanes to the right, returning to the original lane after overtaking, or parking by the roadside, the right turn signal should be activated in advance. The role of turn signals: Turn signals are essential indicators activated when a motor vehicle turns, alerting surrounding vehicles and pedestrians. The turn signal bulb uses a xenon tube, controlled by a single-chip microcomputer circuit, operating continuously with alternating left-right flashes. The turn signal employs a flasher to achieve the blinking effect. It can mainly be categorized into three types: resistance wire type, capacitor type, and electronic type.
Last week, I was making a right turn on the city's main road when I momentarily forgot to use my turn signal due to negligence. I was stopped by a traffic officer, penalized with a 1-point deduction and fined 100 yuan. This was a profound lesson – with dense traffic at the time, forgetting to signal could have caused a rear-end collision, and I’m grateful no accident occurred. Since then, I’ve made it a habit to signal two or three seconds before every turn, just like brushing my teeth – it’s become second nature. Although the point deduction was minor, accumulated points can affect my driver’s license, so I advise new drivers to study traffic rules thoroughly to avoid minor mistakes leading to major consequences. Remember, safety comes first on the road – don’t overlook details for the sake of convenience.
