How many points are deducted for not using turn signals?
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Not using turn signals or using them incorrectly will result in a deduction of 10 points per occurrence, with specific regulations as follows: Failing to use or incorrectly using turn signals before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking will result in a 10-point deduction. Turning within less than 3 seconds after activating the turn signal before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking will result in a 10-point deduction. Subject 2 (Driving Test) requires the use of turn signals in 6 specific scenarios: 1. Activate the left turn signal when starting the vehicle. 2. Activate the left turn signal when starting on a slope. 3. Activate the right turn signal when pulling over for parallel parking, stopping 30 cm from the curb before reversing. 4. Activate the left turn signal before shifting into reverse gear for parallel parking, as the steering wheel will be turned fully right, causing the front of the car to shift left. 5. Shift into drive and activate the left turn signal before exiting the parking space during parallel parking, turning it off promptly after exiting. 6. Activate the left turn signal when entering a right-angle turn, turning it off promptly after completing the turn. Subject 2 is scored out of 100 points, with criteria for failure, 20-point deductions, 10-point deductions, and 5-point deductions. Passing requirements are as follows: ① For large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required. ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. For small vehicles (C1, C2), the test includes five mandatory items: reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, slope start and stop (canceled for C2), right-angle turns, and S-curves (some regions include a sixth item: highway toll collection). For large vehicles (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2), the test includes: pole test, slope start and stop, parallel parking, single-plank bridge, S-curves, right-angle turns, narrow gate passage, continuous obstacle course, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turns, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp mountain turns, tunnels, rain/fog conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
I remember once when I was driving, I forgot to use my turn signal and almost had a side-swipe collision with the car behind me—it was really scary. Since then, I've made a serious effort to learn the rules. According to traffic regulations, failing to use a turn signal usually results in a 1-point deduction and may also incur a fine, typically around 50 to 200 yuan. The key point is that this isn’t a trivial matter—turn signals communicate your intentions to others, and not using them can easily lead to misunderstandings by other drivers, especially during lane changes or turns, significantly increasing the risk of accidents. I’ve since developed a habit of checking the light switches as soon as I get in the car. Developing good habits can save a lot of trouble. Additionally, accumulating too many penalty points may require you to attend remedial classes or retake tests, which can affect your driving record. I recommend periodically reviewing driving test knowledge to avoid unnecessary fines.
