How many points are deducted for making an immediate U-turn after driving in the wrong direction on the highway?
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Drivers who make an immediate U-turn after driving in the wrong direction on the highway will have 12 points deducted and will also be subject to a fine. If you realize you've missed an exit while driving, it is recommended not to drive in the wrong direction. Instead, continue driving to the nearest exit or service area. Near the exit toll booth, there is usually a designated U-turn exit for drivers who have taken the wrong route. You can return to the highway from this point and find the appropriate lane using the directional signs. If you see a service area, look for the connecting tunnel in the middle. Simply drive through the connecting tunnel to enter the opposite service area. This can help save on highway tolls for the extra distance traveled, as long as the car remains within the highway's internal loop, round trips will not be charged. Other traffic violations on the highway include: Speeding, driving in the emergency lane, lingering on the guide lines for an extended period, and covering the license plate number.
As a veteran long-distance driver with over 20 years of experience, I've witnessed too many highway tragedies. Last winter, I saw a BMW driver who missed an exit attempt to make an illegal U-turn by driving against traffic, only to be crushed into scrap metal by an oncoming truck. The police officer handling the accident sighed deeply, explaining that such violations result in an immediate 12-point license deduction plus a 2,000 yuan fine. More critically, with highway speeds exceeding 100 km/h, attempting reverse maneuvers is essentially gambling with lives. My advice: install navigation to check signs early. If you miss an exit, stay calm - driving to the next exit might cost you an extra half hour at most. Remember, retaking your driving license requires three full months. Is that worth the risk? Safe driving remains the shortest route home.
