Which Vehicle Has the Right of Way When Meeting on a Slope?
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When vehicles meet on a narrow slope, the correct procedure is for the vehicle going downhill to yield to the vehicle going uphill. This is because the uphill vehicle needs to overcome the slope resistance, requiring it to accelerate and generate more engine power and traction to complete the climb. If the uphill vehicle slows down or stops midway, it may face increased difficulty or even risk rolling backward, potentially causing an accident. On roads without a central barrier or center line, vehicles meeting from opposite directions should adhere to the following rules: 1. Slow down and keep to the right, maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles and pedestrians. 2. On obstructed road sections, the vehicle on the unobstructed side has the right of way. However, if the vehicle on the obstructed side has already entered the obstructed section while the unobstructed vehicle has not, the obstructed vehicle proceeds first. 3. On narrow slopes, the uphill vehicle has the right of way. But if the downhill vehicle is already halfway down while the uphill vehicle has not started ascending, the downhill vehicle proceeds first. 4. On narrow mountain roads, the vehicle not adjacent to the mountain has the right of way. 5. During nighttime encounters, switch to low-beam headlights at least 150 meters from the oncoming vehicle. Use low-beam headlights when meeting non-motorized vehicles on narrow roads or bridges.
