What are the penalties for driving alone on the highway during the probationary period of a driver's license?
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The penalty for driving alone on the highway during the probationary period of a driver's license is a fine. Precautions for driving on the highway during the probationary period include: 1. Pay attention to traffic rules and affix the probationary sign; 2. Find an experienced driver to accompany you; 3. Inspect the vehicle before entering the highway; 4. Be aware of speed limits on the highway; 5. Pay attention to signs, markings, and warning signs; 6. Ensure safety during emergency stops or accidents; 7. Merge early when exiting the highway. Precautions for highway driving are: 1. The driver and front-seat passenger should fasten their seat belts, and the driver should not use a mobile phone; 2. Avoid sudden steering wheel movements while driving at high speeds; 3. Do not change lanes arbitrarily; when changing lanes or overtaking, turn signals must be activated in advance; 4. Only use adjacent lanes for overtaking and return to the driving lane immediately afterward; do not ride or drive on lane dividers; 5. Do not reverse, drive against traffic, make U-turns or turns across the central divider, test drive, or drive a training vehicle; do not overtake or park on ramps; 6. Maintain a following distance of at least 100 meters; when speed is below 100 km/h, the distance can be appropriately shortened but should not be less than 50 meters.
I made this mistake right after getting my driver's license - driving alone on the highway and getting pulled over by traffic police, resulting in a 200-yuan fine. I was completely panicked that time, wasting two hours waiting for a friend to come accompany me. High speeds on expressways, combined with a novice's lack of experience and slower emergency reactions, make these rules essential for our protection. After that lesson, I became wiser by always arranging for an experienced driver to accompany me on long trips. Had I been unlucky enough to have an accident, the consequences could have been far worse - while the fine was small, the safety risks were enormous. The probation period exists for good reason - to help new drivers gain experience in complex road conditions. Never take chances with safety, which is far more important than speed.
