How many points will be deducted for occupying the lane while overtaking?
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Occupying the lane while overtaking does not result in point deduction but incurs a fine. Below are precautions for overtaking with a car: Observe the traffic conditions: Before overtaking, check the road conditions ahead and try to choose a flat and straight road. Observe the situation of the lane to be borrowed, check from the left rearview mirror whether there is a vehicle behind overtaking forward, and wait for the vehicle behind to complete the overtaking action before proceeding. Use of lights: When the conditions for overtaking are met, turn on the left turn signal, then alternately switch between high and low beams and honk to alert the vehicle ahead. Confirm that the vehicle ahead has signaled to yield before turning left. Driving in the borrowed lane: If already in the borrowed lane, downshift and press the accelerator deeply to increase engine speed and enhance power. The reason for downshifting is that when accelerating, downshifting and pressing the accelerator provide a faster response, enabling quick acceleration.
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience who has driven on all types of roads, I know that illegally changing lanes to overtake is a common mistake. If caught by traffic police, this behavior will result in 3 demerit points and often comes with a fine of around 200 yuan. Actually, this rule applies not only on highways but also on regular expressways, as it can easily lead to rear-end collisions or sideswipes when being overtaken by other vehicles. My advice is to overtake briefly only when absolutely safe and return to the original lane immediately afterward; occupying the lane long-term is not just a violation but significantly increases accident risks. I tried it myself when young, but learned my lesson after one warning. Remember, lane rules aren't decorations - they're designed for everyone's safety. Points are minor, but life is major.
