How to Drive When the Right-Turn Lane is Blocked?
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Bypass the illegally parked vehicle, but you may be photographed for crossing the solid line when changing lanes, and you can appeal afterward. Turn right from the straight lane, but you may be photographed for not following the lane markings, and you can appeal afterward. Stop behind the vehicle and call the police, waiting for the relevant authorities to direct the driver to "legally cross the line."
When encountering a blocked right-turn lane while driving, I always remind myself that safety comes first and I shouldn’t force my way through. If the right-turn lane is blocked by other vehicles, I’ll first slow down, check the rearview mirror and surrounding traffic, and only after ensuring it’s safe will I turn on the left signal and gradually merge into the straight lane. From another perspective, this might be due to an accident ahead or illegal parking, so I wait patiently or proceed straight to the next intersection for a safer right turn. With more driving experience, you’ll realize that sudden braking or forcing your way in can lead to rear-end collisions or scratches, especially during peak hours when congestion risks are higher. I recommend developing the habit of checking traffic conditions with a navigation app before driving to avoid congested routes—this can save a lot of trouble and protect both your car and yourself.
