Is it illegal to drive with the trunk open?
2 Answers
According to traffic violation regulations, driving with the trunk open is considered a violation. Additional information: Specific penalties: Driving with the trunk open violates Article 62 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China". Driving with doors or compartments not properly closed may result in a fine ranging from 20 to 200 RMB. However, electronic police cameras do not capture this violation. Such violations fall under traffic police jurisdiction. If discovered by traffic police, the vehicle will be stopped and a ticket issued. Precautions: According to the Road Traffic Safety Law Implementation Regulations: running a red light results in 6 penalty points and a 100 RMB fine; drunk driving leads to license revocation and a 5-year ban from obtaining a new license; not wearing a seatbelt results in 3 penalty points and a 100 RMB fine; front passenger not wearing a seatbelt results in 1 penalty point and a 50 RMB fine.
Driving with the trunk open in China can indeed be illegal. As someone who pays attention to traffic regulations, I have looked into this from a legal perspective. According to the Road Traffic Safety Law, all vehicle components must be securely closed while driving to prevent safety hazards. An unclosed trunk is considered a traffic violation and may result in a fine from the police, typically ranging from 50 to 200 yuan depending on city regulations. If items fall out and injure someone or cause an accident, the liability could be even greater. Therefore, I recommend everyone check that their trunk is properly closed before each trip to avoid any legal risks.
