Is it allowed to reverse on ordinary roads?

[DerekFitz]

Reversing is not allowed on ordinary roads. Reversing on ordinary roads will result in a deduction of 3 points. Penalties for driving in the wrong direction on ordinary roads: Both reckless overtaking and driving in the wrong direction on city roads will result in a deduction of 3 points and a fine. However, reversing, driving in the wrong direction, or making a U-turn across the central divider on highways will directly result in a deduction of 12 points. Behaviors that result in a deduction of 6 points: Driving after the driver's license has been temporarily suspended. Once the driver's license is temporarily suspended, driving must not be continued. Otherwise, it will result in another deduction of 6 points. Occupying the emergency lane, also known as the life lane, which is reserved for ambulances and tow trucks to quickly reach accident sites.

[EllianaMarie]

I've been driving for over a decade and can handle reversing on regular roads just fine, but always follow safety rules. Traffic laws allow reversing when necessary, like if you miss an entrance or need to adjust your position in a parking lot, but you must never reverse arbitrarily and cause traffic congestion. I think the key is to ensure clear visibility, check mirrors and blind spots first, and confirm there are no vehicles or pedestrians behind before moving. Once, while reversing on a narrow community road, I almost hit a child playing – now I stay extra alert every time I reverse. Safety first, don't forget risks increase on slopes or in dim light at night; it's best to turn on hazard lights as a signal. Though rare, police can issue tickets, and causing an accident while reversing is worse – time-consuming and costly to resolve.

[Wendy]

As a newly licensed driver, my driving instructor repeatedly emphasized that reversing on regular roads is allowed, but with limitations. It should only be done on straight sections or in areas with few pedestrians, and never on sharp bends or main roads to avoid sudden braking that could cause a rear-end collision. Once during practice, I was reversing to make a U-turn in a residential area and got so nervous that I forgot to check the rearview mirror. The instructor immediately stopped me and gave me a lesson. Remember, reverse slowly, honk or use hand signals to warn others, and protect both yourself and those around you. Beginners often overlook blind spots, so it's best to have a companion get out and help guide you. If there's heavy traffic on the road, just go around the block instead of risking a reverse.

[AliyahLee]

From the perspective of traffic regulations, reversing on ordinary roads is generally permitted as long as it does not violate safety principles. Laws and regulations stipulate that it must be executed when necessary and must not obstruct the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians. In daily driving, I would choose open areas with good visibility, such as next to parking spaces or in low-traffic zones, keeping the reversing angle small to avoid accidents. Potential risks include scraping against other vehicles or colliding with pedestrians, especially in school zones or when the road is slippery due to rain. The fines can be substantial, and in some places, driving points may be deducted, making dispute resolution time-consuming and mentally taxing.