When to Turn On and Off the Signal Light for a Right-Angle Turn?
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For a right-angle turn, the signal light should be turned on immediately upon hearing the voice prompt 'Next test item: right-angle turn'; the light should be turned off after completing the turn and straightening the steering wheel. Below are some techniques for executing a right-angle turn: 1. Before entering the test area, adjust the vehicle to maintain a distance of approximately 30 centimeters from the right-side boundary line, which increases the turning angle. 2. Fully turn the steering wheel to the left when one of the following situations occurs: (1) The left rearview mirror aligns with the inner corner of the road; (2) The inner handle of the left door aligns with the inner corner of the road; (3) The front of the vehicle crosses the horizontal line ahead. 3. During the turn, observe the rearview mirrors to ensure the distance between the wheels and the inner corner of the road, making sure the wheels do not cross the line. 4. After completing the turn, quickly straighten the steering wheel when the vehicle body is about to align parallel with the left-side boundary line, then exit the test area.
In my over 30 years of driving, I've seen too many people misuse turn signals during right-angle turns. Typically, you should activate your turn signal at least 30 meters before the turn or when you spot the intersection sign - this gives following vehicles adequate reaction time to avoid rear-end collisions or misunderstandings. For instance, if you wait until reaching the urban intersection curve to signal, others won't have sufficient braking distance. After completing the turn? The moment your wheels straighten, deactivate the signal within 1-2 seconds of straight driving. Don't lazily leave it on - a left turn signal blinking during straight travel might make adjacent drivers think you're lane-changing, potentially causing accidents. I always remind beginners to signal earlier in low-visibility conditions like rain or snow to amplify the warning. Another pro tip: signaling early when pedestrians are present at turns enhances their safety too. Making this a habitual practice ensures not just traffic rule compliance, but prevents countless driving headaches.
