What is an auxiliary road vehicle?
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Auxiliary road vehicles refer to the lanes on either side of the main road that assist in the flow of traffic, while main road vehicles are those that travel on the regular lanes. Below is an introduction to the traffic rules for auxiliary and main roads: Inverted triangle sign: When driving on an auxiliary road, special attention should be paid to whether there is an inverted triangle sign on the auxiliary road, along with a red triangular signboard on the roadside that displays the word 'yield.' This indicates that vehicles from the main road are merging into the auxiliary road ahead, and drivers should slow down. Stop line and inverted triangle sign: There will be a stop line and an inverted triangle on the auxiliary road, which are yield signs. When seeing red vehicles merging into the auxiliary road, yellow vehicles should slow down and yield before the stop line and must not cross it, as doing so could easily lead to a collision.
Side road vehicles are those that run on auxiliary roads. Auxiliary roads are not main roads, such as neighborhood entrance roads, side streets of commercial streets, etc. Driving on auxiliary roads feels more relaxed, and there is less traffic congestion. I often prefer to take auxiliary roads during the evening rush hour to save time. However, side road vehicles must pay special attention to safety because there are many intersections, pedestrians may suddenly appear, and bicycles often weave in and out. The speed should be kept below 30 kilometers per hour, and speeding should be avoided. Additionally, when auxiliary roads merge into main roads, priority must be given to main road vehicles; otherwise, collisions are likely to occur. Some auxiliary roads are narrow, so extra care is needed when reversing to avoid scratches. Overall, side road vehicles make urban commuting more flexible, but drivers need to observe their surroundings more, develop the habit of signaling in advance, and avoid changing lanes recklessly. When parking, do not block the auxiliary roads, as obstructing others' passage is a common issue.
Speaking of feeder road vehicles, I've driven them for many years. They're basically vehicles that travel on secondary roads. Feeder roads are usually slow lanes next to residential areas or small commercial districts—less crowded but requiring full attention. I often take feeder roads to drop my kids off at school to avoid main road congestion, but I have to watch out for the many children near school gates and must slow down to yield. The advantage of feeder road vehicles is their flexibility in bypassing rush hours, but the downside is fewer streetlights at night, leading to poor visibility and higher accident risks. When merging from a feeder road to a main road, you must check blind spots carefully and wait for a gap in the main traffic flow before turning. Regularly check your brake lights to ensure safety. Feeder roads aren't designed for speeding, so everyone should be patient and avoid aggressive driving. Proper use of feeder roads can ease urban traffic pressure, but every driver should follow the rules and stay vigilant.