Is it allowed to make a U-turn over double white lines?
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Double solid white lines do not allow U-turns; any solid line prohibits U-turns. However, in some areas where U-turns are necessary, 'U-turn signs' are installed. Beyond these designated areas, U-turns are not permitted. Additional information is as follows: 1. White solid line: Its function is to separate lanes traveling in the same direction, usually marked before traffic lights at intersections. Many drivers are caught violating traffic rules by crossing this line. 2. Single yellow solid line: Its function is to prohibit vehicles from crossing or driving over the line in both directions. Single yellow solid lines are generally marked on roads with only one lane in a single direction or one motor vehicle lane and one non-motor vehicle lane, or in sections where overtaking is dangerous and prohibited.
Double white lines absolutely prohibit U-turns. Traffic regulations strictly forbid making U-turns or crossing over double solid white lines, as they indicate lane separation and prevent high-risk collisions with oncoming vehicles. With years of driving experience, I've frequently witnessed accidents caused by illegal U-turns, such as rear-end collisions or side impacts, especially at night or on slippery roads. It's advised that drivers only perform U-turns in designated areas marked with dashed lines or at locations with U-turn signs, such as safe zones at intersections, and must ensure no other vehicles are approaching. Safety awareness should always come first—it's better to take a detour than to violate traffic rules. Check your local traffic regulation manual for details to ensure you don't cross legal boundaries, as protecting yourself and others is the foremost principle of driving.
