How many points are deducted for parking in a tunnel?

[VonSara]

Parking in a highway tunnel will result in a deduction of 6 points. Precautions for driving in highway tunnels are as follows: 1. Slow down and turn on lights before entering the tunnel: If driving during the day, the sudden dimming of light upon entering the tunnel can cause temporary difficulty for the eyes to adapt. Therefore, about 100 meters before entering the tunnel, you should reduce speed, increase the distance between vehicles, and turn on the headlights to enter the tunnel safely at a relatively slower speed. 2. Accelerate promptly after exiting: Similar to entering the tunnel, exiting can also cause eye discomfort due to sudden changes in light. Therefore, you should slow down when exiting the tunnel, but accelerate away promptly once your eyes have adjusted to the external light to avoid posing a danger to following vehicles.

[Furtado]

I remember learning about parking in tunnels when driving on the highway. Due to poor lighting and limited space in tunnels, illegal parking can cause accidents. The specific rule is that if you are caught parking in a tunnel, you generally get 3 demerit points and a 200 yuan fine. This is based on the no-parking zones defined by traffic laws. I once saw a colleague get penalized because they pulled over to make a phone call and were caught by a camera. Accumulating too many demerit points can affect your driver's license annual inspection, and you might even have to attend a remedial course. For safety, always check your vehicle's condition before entering a tunnel. In case of a real emergency, turn on your hazard lights, pull over, place a warning triangle, and call the police. Developing good habits can help avoid such issues.

[DamianFitz]

From a regulatory perspective, parking in a tunnel is confirmed as a violation and will result in a 3-point deduction. The reason is simple: tunnels are designated as no-parking zones, and the penalty standards are fixed. Once, while reviewing a penalty ticket, it clearly stated that violating a prohibitory sign would incur this point deduction. The fine is typically 200 yuan, but it may be higher in first-tier cities. This design aims to prevent parking from increasing tunnel risks, where lanes are narrow and visibility is poor—even a brief stop could lead to a rear-end collision. Drivers are advised to carry safety tools like a first-aid kit and warning triangle. If encountering issues, avoid stopping randomly and seek help first.

[SanHaley]

When I was learning to drive, I was always worried about getting penalty points for stopping in tunnels. The instructor said a 3-point deduction is standard because there are many no-stopping signs in tunnels. After I started driving on my own, I never dared to try parking there, knowing I'd be caught on camera and fined, which would be a hassle. The poor lighting in tunnels makes stopping extremely dangerous—if a car comes speeding from behind, there's no way to avoid it. While the penalty points aren't a huge deal, dealing with them is mentally exhausting, so I always plan my route carefully to avoid needing to stop midway.