Should the turn signal be turned off manually during parallel parking?
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Parallel parking requires the turn signal to be turned off manually. After the examinee parks the car in the garage, the left turn signal should be turned on when starting. Once the car's tires have completely exited the garage, the turn signal should be turned off when the vehicle is straightened. It is important to note that failing to use the turn signal during parallel parking will result in a 10-point deduction. Below is an introduction to relevant knowledge about parallel parking: 1. Operation requirements: The driver must maneuver the vehicle into the right-side parking space (garage) by moving forward and backward once without touching or scraping the garage poles or running over the lane boundary lines or garage boundary lines with the wheels. 2. Garage dimensions for small cars: The length of the parking space (garage) for small cars is 1.5 times the vehicle length + 1m; the width of the parking space (garage) = vehicle width + 0.8m, and the lane width = 3.5m.
I've driven several Hyundai models and noticed that the turn signals automatically turn off after the steering wheel returns to center. This design is quite convenient. However, during parallel parking with smaller movements, the signals might not turn off automatically, requiring manual operation. It's important to develop the habit of turning off the signals after coming to a complete stop, so as not to confuse drivers behind who might think I'm still moving, which could lead to accidents. Parking isn't a trivial matter - leaving turn signals on can cause confusion and affect safety visibility. Many new cars now have assistance systems that indicate light status, but it's always good to double-check. In daily driving, I always remind myself about turning off the signals - such a simple action can prevent major troubles. Safety comes first.
As a veteran driver with 20 years of experience, I strongly recommend manually turning off the turn signal after parallel parking. With the parking position fixed, leaving the lights on can easily mislead others, such as pedestrians or other drivers who might think you're preparing to continue turning, creating a collision risk. Regulations require drivers to use lights correctly to prevent misleading signals. I've witnessed several conflicts caused by forgotten lights, where small issues can escalate. Developing a habit of checking after operations is fundamental—whether the car automatically turns off the lights or not, taking active control always enhances road etiquette.
