How many points are deducted for overtaking by borrowing the opposite lane?
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Borrowing a lane for overtaking is a normal driving behavior, but it depends on whether the road section allows overtaking. Otherwise, it is considered a traffic violation. According to regulations: driving outside the designated lane results in a 3-point deduction and a fine. Occupying the opposite lane results in a 12-point deduction. Cutting into a queue of waiting vehicles leads to a fine and a 2-point deduction. Below are precautions for highway driving: 1. Control driving speed: Speeding on highways is detrimental to driving safety. Higher speeds increase centrifugal braking distance and reduce vehicle handling stability. Additionally, excessive speed shortens the driver's sight distance and increases misjudgments. Therefore, controlling driving speed is the primary condition for ensuring highway operation safety. 2. Avoid low-speed driving: China's highways stipulate a minimum speed of no less than 60km/h during normal driving. Low-speed driving, on one hand, easily affects following vehicles in the same lane, preventing the highway from realizing its intended fast and efficient advantages; on the other hand, it can easily cause traffic congestion or disorderly driving conditions with consecutive overtaking by subsequent vehicles. 3. Avoid tailgating: Safe following distance should vary based on driving speed, weather, and road conditions. The faster the speed, the greater the following distance should be, especially during snow, rain, fog, or icy road conditions, where the distance should be doubled.
Overtaking by borrowing the opposite lane usually results in a 3-point deduction and a fine of 200 to 500 yuan, but that's not the big deal—the real issue is how extremely dangerous it is! I always keep this in mind while driving, especially when there's oncoming traffic. If you encounter a vehicle head-on, the chance of an accident skyrockets. In my first year of driving, I tried it once while overtaking on a curve, and the car slid out of control, nearly hitting the guardrail—it scared me half to death. Now, I only overtake briefly on straight roads with dashed lines, ensuring no blind spots in the rearview mirror, using turn signals, and controlling the speed difference. Deducted points remind us to follow the rules, but protecting our own and others' lives is the core. Developing good habits, like planning routes ahead, driving slower, and staying observant, can significantly reduce risks. Safety is far more important than saving time!
