What lights to use when temporarily parking?
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Temporary parking requires turning on the hazard warning flashers. Below is a related introduction about hazard warning flashers: Introduction: Hazard warning flashers, commonly referred to as 'double flashes,' are a signal light with a red triangle containing an exclamation mark (!) on the button switch, colloquially known as hazard lights or emergency flashers. They serve as a signal to alert other vehicles and pedestrians that the vehicle is experiencing a special situation. Activation Scenario: If a vehicle breaks down suddenly during road travel and cannot be moved to a safe area promptly, the hazard warning flashers should be activated immediately to alert passing vehicles and pedestrians for safety, and authorities should be contacted promptly while waiting for rescue.
When I was temporarily parked on the roadside in the city before, the instructor taught me to immediately turn on the hazard lights. The hazard light is that red triangle button on the dashboard—pressing it makes all the turn signals flash simultaneously. During the day, this is sufficient to alert vehicles behind, but if it's dusk or raining with poor visibility, I'll also turn on the position lights to increase my presence. Remember, never park with high beams on, as that can dazzle others. Once, I saw a novice parked in a tunnel without any lights on, and the car behind almost rear-ended them. Also, choose your temporary parking spot carefully—try to stay close to the curb and avoid blocking traffic. If parked for more than a minute, it's best to place a triangle warning sign.
