Which light does the hazard warning flasher refer to?
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Hazard warning flasher refers to the control panel button marked with two overlapping red triangles. Its full name is "hazard warning signal light". Below are extended details about hazard warning flashers: 1. It is a signal light on vehicles, primarily used to alert other vehicles and pedestrians to special circumstances involving the vehicle, prompting timely avoidance. As a signal light, the use of hazard warning flashers is strictly regulated; misuse or failure to use them may result in fines. 2. The hazard warning signal light serves to notify other vehicles and pedestrians of unusual conditions with the vehicle. When driving in thick fog with visibility below 100 meters, due to poor visibility, drivers should not only activate front and rear fog lights but also turn on the hazard warning flashers. This alerts passing vehicles and pedestrians, especially those behind, to maintain a safe distance and necessary speed to prevent rear-end collisions caused by sudden braking.
I've been driving for over a decade. The hazard warning lights, commonly known as 'double flashers', refer to the flashing mode where both left and right turn signals illuminate simultaneously. While driving, simply press the red triangular button on the dashboard, and the turn signals on both front and rear sides of the vehicle will flash in sync. This is particularly useful for temporary roadside parking or sudden vehicle breakdowns. Last time when I had a tire blowout on the highway, I immediately turned on the hazard lights. Vehicles behind could spot them from far away and proactively changed lanes to avoid me - much more noticeable than using just a single turn signal. Turning on hazard lights during heavy rain or fog can also significantly improve driving safety. However, it's important not to occupy the emergency lane with hazard lights on for extended periods, as traffic police may issue penalty points. Nowadays, new vehicles even feature automatic hazard light activation during emergency braking - technology is truly considerate.
