How many points are deducted for turning without signaling?
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Failure to use or incorrect use of turn signals will result in a deduction of 10 points each time, with the specific regulations as follows: Not using or incorrectly using turn signals before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking will result in a deduction of 10 points. Turning less than 3 seconds after activating the turn signal before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking will result in a deduction of 10 points. There are six instances in Subject 2 where turn signals are required: When starting the vehicle, turn on the left turn signal; When starting on a slope, turn on the left turn signal; When parallel parking, turn on the right turn signal as the vehicle passes the parking spot and stops 30 cm from the curb before preparing to reverse; Before shifting into reverse gear during parallel parking, turn on the left turn signal, as the steering wheel will be turned fully to the right during reversing, causing the front of the car to shift left; Before exiting the parking spot during parallel parking, shift into drive and turn on the left turn signal, turning it off promptly after exiting; When entering the area for a right-angle turn, turn on the left turn signal and turn it off promptly after completing the turn. Subject 2 has a maximum score of 100 points, with criteria for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, and deducting 5 points. The following conditions must be met to pass the test: 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 C1 and C2 license tests include five mandatory items: reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, slope parking and starting (canceled for C2), right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves). Some regions also include a sixth item: highway toll card collection. The A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2 license tests include: pole test, slope parking and starting, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turns, narrow gate crossing, continuous obstacle crossing, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turns, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp mountain curves, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
I remember last time when I had an urgent matter and forgot to use the turn signal while making a turn, I got caught by a traffic camera. The traffic police told me that this usually results in a 1-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. I felt quite regretful at the time because not signaling can confuse the drivers behind, increasing the risk of rear-end collisions. Since then, I've developed the habit of signaling in advance and checking if the lights are on before every turn—it's both safer and more reassuring. Although this kind of penalty seems minor, accumulated points can affect your driver's license score. So, I suggest everyone pays attention to these details—don’t overlook the small things. If your turn signal bulb burns out, replace it promptly. Don’t wait until an accident happens to regret it. After all, road safety is more important than anything else.
