What are the rules for making a U-turn at an intersection?
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The rules for making a U-turn at an intersection are: 1. U-turns are not allowed at crosswalk areas of intersections; 2. U-turns must follow traffic light signals - making a U-turn on red light will be penalized as running a red light with a 6-point deduction; 3. U-turns are prohibited when there are clear signs indicating no left turns or no U-turns, and violations will be captured by traffic cameras; 4. U-turns are permitted when encountering yellow grid lines at intersections, but stopping is not allowed; 5. When there is a dashed line between the stop line and crosswalk at an intersection, yield to other vehicles when making a U-turn; 6. When there is only a straight-ahead arrow marking (a single white straight line) on the road, it indicates U-turns are not permitted in that lane and violations will be captured.
When making a U-turn at an intersection, there are quite a few rules but they're easy to remember. First, you must check the traffic light - U-turns are only allowed when the light is green, and absolutely no movement is permitted on red or yellow. Some intersections have clear no-U-turn signs; in such cases, don't attempt it or you'll likely face fines or accidents. Additionally, observe the road markings - you can't cross double solid lines for U-turns, while single dashed lines generally permit U-turns when safe. With over a decade of driving experience, I often see beginners in my hometown ignoring signs and getting photographed making illegal U-turns. Remember to turn slowly, leaving space for pedestrians crossing, especially when making U-turns near school zones - safety always comes first.
