What should be noted before driving a motor vehicle into a highway tunnel?
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Before driving a motor vehicle into a highway tunnel, the following points should be noted: 1. Turn on the low beam headlights. Entering a tunnel is equivalent to driving at night, so low beam headlights should be turned on. This is to avoid affecting oncoming vehicles and vehicles ahead. Overtaking is not allowed inside the tunnel unless in emergency situations. 2. Pay attention to traffic signs and speed limit signs before the tunnel. When driving inside the tunnel, a strong sense of speed may be experienced. Do not panic in this situation; appropriately reduce speed and focus your eyes on the far end of the road. 3. Observe the situation ahead in your lane in advance and avoid changing lanes arbitrarily. Then enter the tunnel lane, noting that lane changes are not allowed inside the tunnel. There is no problem when exiting the tunnel; you can turn off the headlights during the day and then drive at the prescribed speed.
I've been driving on highways for over a decade, and before entering a tunnel, I always check my lights and turn on the headlights in advance. The dim lighting inside tunnels makes accidents more likely if lights are off. Reduce speed to around 80 km/h, as there are speed limit signs at the entrance to avoid speeding tickets. Stay in the middle lane and avoid unnecessary lane changes, as tunnels have limited space and higher risks. Close the windows to reduce noise and prevent inhaling polluted air. Check the rearview mirror frequently, maintain a safe distance from large vehicles, and keep a following distance of at least 3 seconds to prepare for sudden braking. Allow your eyes to adjust from bright to dark conditions and slow down in advance for safety. In case of tunnel congestion, listen to traffic reports beforehand to avoid it. In short, thorough preparation ensures smooth driving, and these habits help prevent accidents.
