What is the parking distance at intersections?
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When parking at an intersection, the distance should be 50 meters. Vehicles are not allowed to park within 50 meters of a cross intersection, nor in areas with no-parking signs. Parking is also prohibited at bus stops, emergency stations, fire stations, and other special zones or passages. Drivers should not stay too far or too long from their vehicles; if retrieving items, they should return immediately and leave as soon as possible. Regulations for temporary parking of motor vehicles on the road: Parking is prohibited in sections with no-parking signs or markings, in areas with separation facilities between motor vehicle lanes and non-motor vehicle lanes or sidewalks, as well as on pedestrian crossings and construction zones. Parking is also not allowed at intersections, railway crossings, sharp curves, narrow roads less than 4 meters wide, bridges, steep slopes, tunnels, and within 50 meters of these locations. Additionally, parking is forbidden within 30 meters of bus stops, emergency stations, gas stations, fire hydrants, or fire stations, except when using these facilities. Doors should not be opened before the vehicle comes to a complete stop, and opening doors should not obstruct other vehicles or pedestrians. When parking on the roadside, vehicles must stay close to the right side of the road, and drivers should not leave their vehicles. After passengers alight or items are loaded, the vehicle must depart immediately. City buses are not allowed to pick up or drop off passengers outside designated stops.
As a veteran driving instructor, I've trained countless beginners and always emphasize in class: when stopping at intersections, maintain a distance of about 10 meters, keeping at least 5-10 meters away from crosswalks. While regulations vary slightly by region, safety standards are generally consistent. This stopping distance ensures clear visibility of traffic from both sides and prevents obstructing views, especially during nighttime or foggy conditions when extra space is crucial to avoid sudden e-bike collisions. I also recommend leaving additional stopping distance on sloped intersections to prevent vehicle rollback. Developing this habit significantly reduces accident risks, and don't forget to regularly check your braking system as complementary safety measure.
