Will crossing dashed lines result in point deduction?
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Deduct 100 points. During the test, you must not cross any solid lines, only dashed lines are allowed. However, when turning, you may briefly cross solid lines, but the duration is limited and cannot be too long. If you wait too long while turning, the in-car testing device will announce test failure. Precautions for straight-line driving are as follows: Avoid gear shifting: During straight-line driving, if there is no requirement to change gears, do not complicate things. Try to straighten the car before entering the straight-line area and maintain a steady speed (around 35km/h). If there is a vehicle ahead: Slow down in advance before entering the straight-line area, try to keep a considerable distance from the vehicle in front, always monitor its speed, and change lanes or even stop if necessary.
Will crossing the dotted line result in penalty points? I've encountered this issue myself while driving. In fact, under most traffic regulations, crossing the dotted line usually doesn't directly incur penalty points, as dotted lines are designed to allow lane changes—such as when moving from one lane to another, crossing the line is a normal operation. However, it's important to note that if you drive for an extended period with your vehicle straddling the dotted line, or cross the line in prohibited areas, traffic police may consider it a violation, leading to fines or warnings. Once, I was distracted and crossed the dotted line for over ten seconds, resulting in being pulled over and fined a small amount—no points were deducted, but I was reminded to stay focused. For safety, I recommend developing the habit of staying centered in your lane, using turn signals when changing lanes, and ensuring the surroundings are safe. Reducing unnecessary line-crossing can prevent potential accidents and save on tire wear. In short, occasionally crossing the dotted line is fine, but don't make it a bad habit.
