What to do if you change lanes late and cross the solid line when exiting the highway?
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Changing lanes late and crossing the solid line when exiting the highway will result in a deduction of 3 points and a small fine. Here is the relevant information: 1. Highway solid lines: In addition to not being allowed to change lanes, highway solid lines also prohibit U-turns and turns, which is a common mistake made by many new drivers. Therefore, when driving on the highway, it is important to pay attention, preferably by slowing down, to allow more time for reaction and correction, and to avoid traffic violations. In general, whether it is a single yellow/white solid line or double yellow/white solid lines, they should not be crossed. 2. Beware of electronic surveillance: Changing lanes over a solid line on the highway will be captured by cameras, especially in accident-prone areas where many traffic violation monitoring devices are often installed. Drivers should slow down and pay extra attention when passing through these areas to ensure safe passage.
To be honest, I've done this in my younger days too—changing lanes too late and crossing the solid line when exiting the highway really gets your heart racing. First, don’t panic—safety always comes first. Immediately slow down, check your rearview mirror to ensure no car is tailgating, then continue straight or safely pull over to a rest area. Crossing the solid line will likely draw traffic police attention or result in fines and penalty points, but what matters more is preventing it from happening again: when driving on the highway, start observing roadside signs or set navigation reminders 1-2 kilometers in advance. Developing a habit of frequently checking the map helps a lot. After that experience, I started using a phone mount in my car for real-time navigation alerts on exit locations to avoid distracted driving. In the long run, highway lane changes are a skill—practice makes perfect. The key is to prioritize safe driving over rushing to save time.
