When the car's left turn signal flashes, which way does the car turn?
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When the left signal flashes, the car turns left; when the right signal flashes, the car turns right. Function of turn signals: Turn signals are the primary devices indicating a car's dynamic information, installed at the front and rear of the vehicle. They are activated when the car turns, ensuring driving safety. For the safety of the driver and others, please use turn signals as required to inform others of the car's intended direction in advance, allowing them to make correct judgments. When to activate: When approaching a general flat intersection, depending on the road width, traffic volume, and current driving speed, activate the turn signal 30 to 10 meters before the intersection in the direction of the turn. For right turns or lane changes to the right, activate the right turn signal; for left turns or lane changes to the left, activate the left turn signal.
After driving for so many years, I've seen too many people confused about turn signal directions. A flashing light on the left absolutely means the vehicle is turning left. I remember once on an urban expressway, the car ahead had its left light flashing continuously, so I knew it was going to turn left and immediately slowed down to yield. All cars are designed this way: pushing the turn signal lever up activates the left light for a left turn, and pushing it down activates the right light for a right turn. This isn't arbitrary—it's the same international standard, meant to ensure all drivers understand the signals uniformly, reducing rear-end or side collisions. If you see a car's left light flashing while driving, whether ahead or coming toward you, be sure to keep your distance, as it's likely preparing to turn left or change lanes. Make it a habit to signal three to five seconds before turning, giving others time to react. Safety first—that's the golden rule I've followed since driving school.
