Which lane should you occupy after making a left turn?
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When making a left turn from the first lane, you should move into the leftmost lane after the turn. If turning from the second lane, you should move into the second lane after the turn. Regulations for vehicle turns: At intersections with marked guide lanes, enter the guide lane according to your intended direction of travel. When preparing to enter a roundabout, yield to vehicles already inside the intersection. When making a left turn, turn on the left side of the intersection center point. Activate the turn signal when turning, and use low beams when driving at night. When encountering a green light, proceed in sequence. When encountering a red light, stop in sequence behind the stop line. If there is no stop line, stop before entering the intersection. When making a right turn and encountering a vehicle in the same lane waiting for a green light, stop and wait in sequence. At intersections without directional signal lights, turning vehicles must yield to straight-moving vehicles and pedestrians. Right-turning vehicles from the opposite direction must yield to left-turning vehicles. The functions of turn signals include: 1) indicating the direction of the turn to pedestrians or other vehicles, 2) showing the direction for overtaking or lane changing, and 3) when both left and right turn signals are activated simultaneously, indicating an emergency situation to alert other vehicles.
After driving in the city for so many years, I never hesitate to choose the leftmost lane when making a left turn. The rule is simple and clear: whether it's a two-way road or multiple lanes, when turning left, just head straight for the left lane. Why? This avoids conflicts with straight-going vehicles, especially during peak traffic hours—it's safer and saves time. Once, I encountered a guy who forced a left turn from the right lane and nearly caused a major accident. Since then, I've stuck to this habit even more. Before turning left, you also need to check the traffic lights and road signs—sometimes there's a dedicated left-turn arrow lane, so you need to prepare in advance. Honestly, not following this rule often leads to minor scrapes, which really isn't worth the risk. Driving is not something to be careless about; developing good habits is key. Every time I make a left turn, I remind myself to take it steady and ensure safety comes first.
