Which Light to Use When Changing Lanes to the Right?
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When changing lanes to the right, you should turn on the right turn signal in advance, observe carefully, and enter the lane you want to change into when it is safe to do so. Introduction to Turn Signals: Turn signals are important indicator lights that are turned on when a motor vehicle is turning to alert vehicles and pedestrians around it. The turn signal lamp uses a xenon lamp tube, controlled by a single-chip microcomputer circuit, and works continuously with alternating left and right flashes. The turn signal uses a flasher to achieve light flashing. It can be mainly divided into three types: resistance wire type, capacitor type, and electronic type. Principle: The resistance wire type can be further divided into hot wire type and vane type, while the electronic type can be divided into hybrid type and fully electronic type. For example, the bounce-type flasher uses the principle of current thermal effect, with thermal expansion and contraction as the power source, causing the spring plate to produce sudden movements to connect and disconnect the contacts, achieving light flashing.
Last time I accompanied my friend for driving practice, we happened to discuss this! Changing lanes to the right requires activating the right turn signal—it's a mandatory traffic rule. You must turn on the signal at least 3 seconds in advance, quickly check the blind spot from the right rearview mirror to the right-side window, and ensure a safe distance before smoothly steering. A special reminder: on highways or during rainy weather, allow sufficient warning time with your turn signal. I've seen too many people change lanes too abruptly and nearly scrape the guardrail. After completing the lane change, if the turn signal doesn’t turn off automatically, remember to manually reset it. This action may seem simple, but it’s the root cause of 70% of scraping accidents!
As a veteran taxi driver with eight years of experience, I'm all too familiar with the nuances of signaling for lane changes. When moving to the right, you must activate the right turn signal, and do it early—like anticipating moves in a video game. I have a mantra called 'mirror-window-wheel': first glance at the right mirror, then crane your neck to check the blind spot through the right rear window, and finally ease the steering wheel over. Rainy days demand even earlier signaling, as slippery roads make it harder for trailing cars to brake. Many people can't shake the habit of forgetting to turn off the signal after changing lanes—nothing's more awkward than hearing that 'click-click' sound all the way down the road!
