Is it allowed to make a U-turn at an intersection without traffic lights?
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It is allowed to make a U-turn at an intersection without traffic lights. The situations where U-turns are permitted are as follows: Presence of U-turn signal lights or signs: When there is a U-turn signal light at the intersection, a U-turn can be made when the U-turn indicator is green; if there is a U-turn sign or a lane marking indicating U-turns is allowed, a U-turn can be made while ensuring the safety of oneself and others. No U-turn sign but left turns are allowed (no prohibition of U-turn signs): Vehicles can make a U-turn at intersections where left turns are permitted and there are no signs or markings prohibiting U-turns. It is important to note that vehicles should proceed according to the left-turn lane signal light without affecting the normal traffic flow of other vehicles. If making a U-turn at an intersection with a left-turn waiting area, you can first enter the left-turn waiting area when the straight signal is green and wait until the left-turn signal turns green before making the U-turn. U-turns are allowed at dashed lines: Whether it is a white or yellow dashed line, U-turns are permitted. For double yellow lines with one solid and one dashed, check if your side is the dashed line—if it is, a U-turn can be made safely; if it is solid, U-turns are not allowed. If encountering double yellow lines at an intersection, a U-turn can be made on the dashed side, but you must not cross the stop line ahead. U-turns are allowed at yellow grid lines: Parking is prohibited in yellow grid areas, but as long as there is no central barrier, you can make a U-turn here after yielding to normally moving vehicles. U-turns are allowed on the dashed side of a green belt: When the front of the green belt is a dashed line, vehicles on that side can make a U-turn from there. When the front of the green belt is a solid line, vehicles must follow the traffic signal, cross the pedestrian crossing before making a U-turn, and are prohibited from making a U-turn by crossing the solid line or the pedestrian crossing.
As a veteran driver with over 20 years of experience, I'm very familiar with such scenarios. At intersections without traffic lights, whether U-turns are allowed mainly depends on the presence of 'No U-turn' signs. If there's no such sign, it's generally permitted by the rules, but safety comes first. Always yield to vehicles approaching from the right—this is a fundamental requirement of traffic laws. Also, watch out for pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicles; don't rush the turn. I always recommend coming to a complete stop, first signaling left, checking blind spots, and confirming it's safe before slowly making the U-turn. If the intersection is too narrow or has blind spots, it's best not to take the risk—drive to the next wider spot to turn. In daily driving, these small details can prevent major accidents, and making them habits reduces mistakes.
Bro, making a U-turn at an intersection without traffic lights? Most likely doable, but gotta check for roadside signs first. If there's no 'No U-turn' sign, then you're good—just gotta be careful. You need to come to a complete stop and yield to other vehicles, especially those coming from the right—that's basic road etiquette. Use your turn signal to let others know your move; don't just swing around without warning. If the intersection is busy or tight, it's easy to scrape another car—better to loop around and find a safer spot. Also, watch out for pedestrians and cyclists—they can pop out of nowhere and give you a scare. I've driven through plenty of these spots, and as long as you don't rush and stay patient, you'll usually pull it off safely. Remember, rules are the baseline, but your judgment is what keeps things accident-free.
