What does flashing the high beam twice mean?
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Flashing the high beam twice means reminding the oncoming vehicle to switch from high beam to low beam during a meeting. Reminding the other party to switch lights: When driving at night, most people choose to turn on the high beam to see farther. However, during a meeting, the high beam shining directly can dazzle the driver's eyes and even cause temporary blindness. Therefore, if the vehicle in the opposite lane does not switch to low beam in time, please immediately use the light language to remind them. Three flashes of high beam plus hazard lights: While driving, it is important to learn to use lights for help. Its advantage is that it is simple to operate and has a wide transmission range. When encountering an emergency situation while driving, do not forget to use light signals. Flash the high beam three times plus hazard lights to alert other vehicles for emergency assistance and reduce the worsening of the situation.
I've been driving for over a decade, and when encountering another vehicle flashing their high beams twice on the road, it usually means reminding the vehicle ahead to pay attention to safety or to yield the right of way. Typically on highways, if the car in front is driving slowly or not using turn signals, the car behind flashing twice is saying 'please move over.' Sometimes it's also used to warn others of dangers, such as police conducting speed checks or obstacles on the road. I personally use this method often, especially when overtaking at night—it's more polite than honking and less likely to startle people. However, it's important to remember that not everyone understands this signal; some beginners or foreign drivers might misinterpret it as provocation, so I only use it when the other party can clearly respond. Overall, it's an effective way to communicate, helping to reduce traffic accidents and maintain everyone's safety.
