What is the yoo2 lane?
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y002 represents Rural Road No. 002. Relevant information about rural roads is as follows: 1. Travel Lane: All lanes except the overtaking lane, designated for regular driving. When there are multiple travel lanes, it is advisable to stay as far to the outside as possible. 2. Overtaking Lane (commonly known as the fast lane in Hong Kong): In countries or regions where traffic keeps to the right (e.g., Mainland China, continental European countries), this is the leftmost lane; in countries or regions where traffic keeps to the left (e.g., the UK, Australia, Japan), it is the rightmost lane. In right-hand traffic regions, overtaking on the right is generally prohibited; in left-hand traffic regions, overtaking on the left is prohibited. Generally, vehicles should not occupy the overtaking lane for extended periods. During heavy traffic when the speed difference between lanes is minimal, frequent lane changes are discouraged. When no vehicles are merging into the lane, it is permissible for the travel lane to briefly move faster than the overtaking lane. In some regions (e.g., Hong Kong), vehicles that occupy the overtaking lane for extended periods or fail to return to the travel lane after overtaking as required may be penalized. 3. High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane: In certain areas, the inner lane may serve as an HOV lane, meaning only vehicles with a specified number of passengers can use it. Taiwan once implemented a regulation during holiday periods requiring at least three passengers in a car to use the inner lane. Currently, on the Wugu-Yangmei Viaduct section of the Sun Yat-sen Freeway between Wugu and Zhongli, the inner lane is designated as an HOV lane.
After driving for so many years, I find HOV2 lanes quite common. They are specifically designed for vehicles with at least two people. This setup mainly aims to ease traffic congestion, encourage carpooling, and reduce the number of cars on the road. I often use them in big cities, especially during peak hours, where the flow is much smoother with fewer sudden braking incidents. If you drive in alone, you'll be fined, so always check the signs. Many places are promoting this now, which is also good for the environment by reducing pollution emissions. Overall, it's been a big help, making driving safer and more efficient.
