How many points are deducted for not using turn signals at right-angle turns?
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Not using turn signals or using them incorrectly results in a deduction of 10 points per occurrence. The specific regulations are as follows: Failing to use or incorrectly using turn signals before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a deduction of 10 points. Using turn signals for less than 3 seconds before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a deduction of 10 points. There are 6 instances in Subject 2 where turn signals must be used: 1. Turn on the left turn signal when starting the vehicle. 2. Turn on the left turn signal when starting on a slope. 3. Turn on the right turn signal when pulling over for parallel parking, stopping 30 cm from the curb before reversing. 4. Turn on the left turn signal before shifting into reverse gear for parallel parking, as the steering wheel will be turned fully to the right during reversing, causing the front of the car to shift left. 5. Turn on the left turn signal before exiting the parking space in parallel parking, shifting into drive gear, and turn it off promptly after exiting. 6. Turn on the left turn signal when entering a right-angle turn and turn it off promptly after completing the turn. Subject 2 is scored out of 100 points, with criteria for failing, deducting 20 points, 10 points, or 5 points. The test is passed under the following conditions: ① For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required. ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. The test items for small vehicles (C1, C2) include reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, slope parking and starting (canceled for C2), right-angle turns, and S-curve driving (some regions also include a sixth item: highway toll card collection). The test items for large vehicles (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2) include pole testing, slope parking and starting, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, S-curve driving, right-angle turns, limited-width gate crossing, continuous obstacle crossing, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turns, and simulations for highways, continuous sharp mountain turns, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
As a car owner with years of driving experience, I deeply understand the importance of traffic rules. Failing to use turn signals when making a 90-degree turn will result in a 2-point deduction on your license, and usually a fine of around 100 yuan. This is stipulated by the Road Traffic Safety Law, because not using turn signals makes it difficult for others to anticipate your movements, potentially leading to accidents. I recommend checking if your lights are functioning properly before every turn – making it a habit can help avoid penalties. If a light is broken, replace it promptly; don't wait until you get fined to regret it. Intersections have numerous cameras with high capture rates, and accumulating penalty points can affect your driver's license. Safety comes first – ignoring rules endangers both yourself and others. The more you know about regulations and practice good habits, the more confidently you can drive.
