What is the difference between interactive roads and separated roads?
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Interactive roads and separated roads differ in concept, form rules, and signage. The following are the differences between interactive roads and separated roads: 1. Different concepts: Interactive roads refer to two roads that intersect, with connecting ramps in between, allowing for left and right turns. Separated roads refer to highways where the left and right lanes are built separately, including separated lanes with unequal-width central dividers and separated lanes with left and right lanes at different heights. 2. Different road driving rules: Interactive roads have connecting ramps, allowing for left and right turns. Separated roads are not connected, with barriers or walls between the roads, enabling one-way traffic with one lane per vehicle, ensuring no interference. 3. Different signage: The signage for interactive roads is a thick arrow with a fork on the left, while the signage for separated roads is two arrows pointing in opposite directions connected together.
With twenty years of driving experience under my belt, I've encountered all kinds of road conditions, and the difference between interactive roads and divided roads is quite significant. On interactive roads, vehicles and pedestrians mix together, with frequent intersections, crosswalks, or traffic signals, requiring mutual yielding and posing higher safety risks. Divided roads, on the other hand, use barriers or bridges to separate lanes, allowing vehicles to move smoothly and safely in their respective paths. Urban streets often experience traffic jams and minor collisions, especially in rainy weather, making conditions worse. In contrast, highways with their divided design allow for higher speeds and fewer accidents. Based on long-term experience, I recommend opting for divided roads in busy areas for a more hassle-free drive.
