Under what circumstances can hazard lights be used?
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Hazard lights can be used in the following situations: 1. When the vehicle breaks down and cannot operate normally, requiring towing; 2. When driving in rain, fog, sandstorms, or hail with visibility below 100 meters. Drivers should not use hazard lights unless facing danger or vehicle malfunction. Activating hazard lights means turning on the vehicle's alarm system, which serves to alert other drivers, allowing them to clearly see the trajectory of the vehicle in distress and avoid or reduce accidents. Vehicles specially permitted by traffic police departments can use hazard lights, such as when traffic police often require specific emergency rescue vehicles to turn on hazard lights before activating green wave escort for them.
I think the most common use of hazard lights is when there's a problem with the car. For example, if my car breaks down on the highway and I pull over to the side, I immediately turn on the hazard lights to alert drivers behind me to avoid a rear-end collision—this can be lifesaving. The same applies in severe weather. Last week, I encountered heavy rain where visibility was poor, and everyone slowed down and turned on their hazard lights to warn others, preventing accidents. When towing a trailer at low speeds, like hauling an RV for camping, using hazard lights lets drivers behind know not to crowd in. If you're stopped at an accident scene waiting for help, you should also turn on the hazard lights to warn other vehicles to detour. Legally, it's generally required to use hazard lights when stopped on the highway or moving slowly while towing—otherwise, you might get fined. Don’t misuse them in normal situations; only use them when there’s a real danger. Make it a habit to check that the lights work properly—safety first, as this can prevent many accidents.
