Is changing tires on the highway a violation?

[FinleyLee]

Changing tires on the highway is not a violation. However, it is not recommended to change tires by yourself. If it is absolutely necessary to change tires, it must be done under the premise of ensuring safety and without affecting the driving of other vehicles. When changing tires on the highway, proper warning signs must be set up to avoid secondary accidents. At the same time, the owner must master the method of replacing the spare tire. Improper tire changing on the highway can also result in being photographed and penalized. Precautions after a tire blowout on the highway: 1. During a tire blowout: When driving on the highway, whether it is a front or rear tire blowout, the driver's first priority is to control the direction and turn on the hazard warning lights; 2. When a vehicle breaks down on the highway: Warning signs should be placed at least 150 meters behind the vehicle in the direction of oncoming traffic. All passengers should quickly move to the right shoulder or emergency lane and call the police immediately.

[Lynne]

I remember last year on the highway, I saw someone changing a tire on the roadside and was immediately stopped by traffic police and fined with points deducted. It was extremely dangerous, as vehicles on the highway often exceed 100 km/h, and stopping suddenly can easily lead to rear-end collisions. According to traffic regulations, unless it's an emergency where you stop on the emergency lane with hazard lights on and place a warning triangle, changing a tire on the driving lane or shoulder is clearly a violation, which may result in a 200 yuan fine and 6 points deducted. I usually check tire wear and pressure regularly to prevent issues. If a tire blows out on the road, the first reaction should be to slowly pull over to the emergency area, turn on the hazard lights, and call for roadside assistance via phone—never attempt to change the tire yourself.

[OliviaFitz]

As a long-distance driver, I must say changing tires on the highway is extremely risky. Apart from fines and penalty points for violating regulations, the more critical issue is personal safety threats. With heavy trucks roaring past, even a slight lapse in attention could lead to a major accident. The correct procedure is to immediately slow down after a tire blowout, steadily steer to the emergency lane, turn on hazard warning lights, place a triangular warning sign 150 meters behind the vehicle, and then call 12122 to wait for rescue. Prevention is actually more important—check tire pressure quarterly, replace tires when wear exceeds limits, and installing a tire pressure monitoring system provides real-time alerts. Developing these habits in daily life can help avoid many troubles in critical moments.

[CoreyDella]

Having driven for many years, changing tires on the highway is indeed a violation, as it's a strict regulation under Chinese traffic laws. Unless you make an emergency stop in the breakdown lane and take safety measures, stopping or changing tires arbitrarily can result in a fine of 200 yuan and 6 penalty points, and may even trigger a chain of accidents. Remember, safety comes first—don’t impulsively change a flat tire; instead, call for professional towing services.