Is it allowed to drive over dashed lines when turning in Subject 3?
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It is allowed to drive over dashed lines when turning in Subject 3, but not solid lines. Additional information: Deduction items for turning in Subject 3 exam: 1. Left turn at an intersection: (1) Failing to slow down or stop and observe as required, deduct 100 points. (2) Failing to observe the left and right traffic conditions, and not observing the front traffic conditions when turning through the intersection, deduct 100 points. (3) Entering the intersection when there is traffic congestion and stopping the vehicle inside the intersection to wait, deduct 100 points. 2. Right turn at an intersection: (1) Failing to slow down or stop and observe as required, deduct 100 points. (2) Failing to observe the left and right traffic conditions, and not observing the front traffic conditions when turning through the intersection, deduct 100 points. (3) Entering the intersection when there is traffic congestion and stopping the vehicle inside the intersection to wait, deduct 100 points.
As someone who has frequently helped friends prepare for their driving tests, I must emphasize that crossing the dashed line during turns in Subject 3 is absolutely unacceptable. The dashed line serves as a lane divider and guidance marker, representing the boundary of your driving path in traffic. Crossing it indicates inaccurate vehicle positioning, often due to overly sharp turns or improper speed control. The Subject 3 exam places great emphasis on meticulous details and safe operations—examiners will immediately mark it as a lane departure violation if they see you cross the dashed line, resulting in a 10–15 point deduction or even an outright failure. During practice sessions, I’ve noticed that learners often make this mistake, usually because they fail to slow down before turning, don’t focus their gaze on the intersection ahead, or turn the steering wheel too abruptly. My advice is to practice slow-speed S-turns more often, keeping the car centered in the lane and developing the habit of checking mirrors. Even in everyday driving, while crossing dashed lines won’t incur fines, it increases the risk of scratches and collisions. It’s better to build good habits from the exam stage to avoid developing unsafe practices.
