How to Brake at Traffic Lights?
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Release the accelerator and place your foot on the brake pedal when 70 meters away from the intersection to prepare for unexpected situations, and look around when about 40 meters away. Immediately release the accelerator, prepare to change lanes by selecting the lane with the fewest vehicles, and gradually apply the brakes from light to firm when 400 meters away from the red light.
The key to braking at traffic lights while driving lies in anticipation and smoothness. I always observe signal changes about 50 meters in advance, gently applying the brakes when I see the yellow light flashing or the traffic light about to change, maintaining a following distance of at least 2 seconds to prevent rear-end collisions. Before coming to a complete stop, I ensure not to encroach on the crosswalk, and when the light turns green, I lightly release the brake to start smoothly, avoiding sudden acceleration that could force vehicles behind to brake abruptly. Safety first—I make it a habit to check the rearview mirror and blind spots on both sides to ensure the surroundings are clear of pedestrians or bicycles. This technique has helped me avoid many minor accidents in daily driving, while also improving overall driving fluidity and reducing unnecessary fatigue from sudden acceleration and deceleration.
