Is One-Handed Driving a Traffic Violation? Will Points Be Deducted and Fines Imposed?

[Ariana]

One-handed driving is a traffic violation, but it does not result in point deductions or fines. According to the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses' issued by the Ministry of Public Security, 'driving a motor vehicle while making or answering handheld phone calls or engaging in other behaviors that hinder safe driving' will incur a deduction of 2 points. However, there is no further explanation indicating that occasional 'one-handed driving' constitutes 'hindering safe driving' and warrants point deductions. Below are some driving precautions: 1. Check the rearview mirrors: When turning or changing lanes, always use turn signals, slow down, and check the rearview mirrors before turning. Left turns primarily require checking the left rearview mirror, right turns the right rearview mirror, and both left and right turns require checking the interior rearview mirror. 2. Avoid fixating on the area directly in front of the car: When driving on clear roads, look straight ahead about 100 meters, avoiding staring at the immediate front of the car. 3. Depress the clutch: Generally, when decelerating at speeds above 40 km/h, there is no need to depress the clutch first; wait until the speed drops to around 20 km/h before depressing the clutch. 4. Steering: Turn the wheel slowly for high-speed turns and quickly for low-speed turns.