What does the bus lane 7-917-19 mean?
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It refers to a time-limited bus-only lane. 7-9 means the lane is exclusively for buses from 7:00 to 9:00, and 17-19 means it's for buses from 17:00 to 19:00. Outside these hours, other vehicles can also use the lane. Below is relevant information: Bus-only lanes: Currently, the passenger transport department's preliminary plan is to establish one bus-only lane on each side of these road sections where traffic is relatively heavy. "It's not realistic to implement dedicated lanes for the entire road section, so we're considering setting up bus-only lanes in areas with dense traffic." Moreover, during the two peak traffic periods in the morning and evening, only buses are allowed. "Normally, all motor vehicles can use the lane, but during the morning and evening rush hours, specifically from 7:00 to 9:00 in the morning and 16:00 to 19:00 in the afternoon, only buses are permitted on the dedicated lane. Other times have no vehicle restrictions. Preliminary plan: The passenger transport department stated that this is just the current preliminary plan and intention. The specific implementation time and methods will depend on the final implementation plan formulated by the relevant higher-level departments.
The meaning of 'Bus Lane 7-9 & 17-19' is actually very simple. Having driven for over twenty years, I've seen many signs like this. It indicates that the bus lane is restricted to other vehicles during specific hours only: from 7 AM to 9 AM in the morning, and from 5 PM to 7 PM in the evening. During these time slots, the bus lane is exclusively for buses, and other vehicles are not allowed to enter. Why is it set up this way? Because these are peak commuting hours with heavy pedestrian flow, and buses need priority to reduce congestion. If you accidentally enter during restricted hours, you might get caught by cameras and fined. I often see these markings when driving in the city, especially during the morning rush when everyone's in a hurry to work. Following these rules not only helps avoid fines but also keeps urban traffic flowing smoothly. Remember, carefully checking the sign's timetable is crucial—don't hastily drive into the bus lane.
