Is Continuous Lane Changing Considered a Violation?
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Continuous lane changing is not considered a violation. Relevant details are as follows: 1. Regulations: Violating prohibited markings includes crossing solid yellow lines (indicating no crossing of the central divider) and yellow X markings (indicating no parking). Driving over these constitutes a violation of prohibited marking instructions. Solid line lane changes, making U-turns in no-U-turn zones, and left turns where prohibited are punishable by a 200 yuan fine and 3 penalty points. 2. Additional Information: Both single and double solid yellow lines are prohibited markings. Crossing or driving over these lines is illegal. Failing to follow directional markings at intersections, making U-turns in no-U-turn zones, and performing prohibited left turns are punishable by a 200 yuan fine and 3 penalty points.
Having driven for so many years, I've seen plenty of cases where people got fined for illegal consecutive lane changes. This is really something that shouldn't be done. The traffic safety laws clearly require changing lanes one at a time, not skipping across multiple lanes, especially on highways or during city traffic jams when accidents are more likely to happen. Once, I personally witnessed someone changing two lanes consecutively without signaling, resulting in a sideswipe with the car behind. The traffic police arrived and immediately fined them 200 yuan plus penalty points. Consecutive lane changes catch other drivers off guard, increasing the risk of rear-end collisions and creating major safety hazards. I recommend all drivers develop good habits: signal for at least three seconds before changing lanes, check the rearview mirror carefully before moving, and never take shortcuts by skipping lanes. Be patient while driving—save yourself some fines and stay safe. Isn't that worth it?
