How many points will be deducted for occupying the overtaking lane for a long time?
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Occupying the overtaking lane for a long time is considered as driving not in accordance with the prescribed lane, and the penalty is a deduction of 3 points and a fine. On highways, occupying the overtaking lane for a long time and not allowing vehicles behind to overtake is an uncivilized and unethical behavior, and traffic police will impose penalties according to the law. The overtaking lane is located on the leftmost lane of the highway. It is only set up when the road meets the standards of a six-lane highway in both directions. The overtaking lane is provided for vehicles that need to overtake or meet the speed requirements. However, some drivers occupy the overtaking lane for a long time, forcing other vehicles to overtake from the slower lanes. Highways should clearly mark the speed limits for each lane. The maximum speed should not exceed 120 kilometers per hour, and the minimum speed should not be lower than 60 kilometers per hour. On highways, the maximum speed for small passenger cars should not exceed 120 kilometers per hour, while other motor vehicles should not exceed 100 kilometers per hour, and motorcycles should not exceed 80 kilometers per hour.
After driving for so many years, I've seen quite a few people get 6 points deducted and fined 200 yuan for occupying the overtaking lane. This rule is quite important because the overtaking lane is meant for faster vehicles to pass. If you hog it without moving, others can't overtake, which can easily lead to rear-end collisions. Last time on the highway, I saw a car constantly occupying the overtaking lane, causing the entire lane to jam, and someone almost had a collision. Remember to only use the overtaking lane when passing, and return to your original lane immediately afterward to avoid losing all your points and causing trouble. Develop good habits—always check your rearview mirror while driving to ensure you're not being that lane-hogging 'road bully.'
