Will I be fined and penalized for driving over the guide line when exiting the highway?
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Driving over the guide line on the highway will indeed result in penalty points, typically a fine and 3 penalty points. Here is the relevant information: 1. Definition of guide line: A guide line is a type of road marking designed to ensure vehicles follow the designated path without violating traffic rules by crossing the line. All drivers must correctly identify guide lines and practice safe and civilized driving. 2. Purpose of guide line: The white grid lines are guide lines, usually white V-shaped or diagonal lines set according to the intersection's terrain, indicating that vehicles must drive along the prescribed route without crossing or driving over the lines. Guide lines are primarily used at wide, irregular, or complex intersections, ramp entrances of interchanges, or other special locations.
Driving over the guide line on the highway can indeed result in fines and penalty points. With 20 years of driving experience, I’ve made this mistake a few times. Each time, I was fined 200 yuan and deducted 3 points, as the guide line is specifically designed by traffic authorities to direct vehicle flow. Crossing it is akin to an illegal lane change and can easily cause accidents. Highway exits are already high-traffic areas, and if you accidentally cross the line, cameras automatically capture it and issue a ticket. I remember once during heavy rain when visibility was poor, I rushed to exit and crossed the line—only to receive a notice two weeks later, costing me points and money for nothing. My advice is to slow down in advance, follow navigation or road signs, and avoid sharp turns for the sake of speed. Developing good driving habits can save you a lot of trouble. Also, practicing turning angles in congested areas regularly can make it second nature, preventing such mistakes.
Crossing the diversion line does indeed trigger penalties, and I've seen many friends fined 200 yuan with 3 points deducted for this. The diversion line itself is a solid white line with arrows, used to safely separate lanes. Driving over it is equivalent to illegally crossing the line, especially at highway exits where there is high camera coverage. This isn't just about fines but also safety considerations. If you cross the line and a car behind accelerates towards you, the consequences could be unpredictable. When I was learning to drive, my instructor emphasized that when exiting the highway, you must focus on navigation prompts and slow down to below 60 km/h at least 500 meters in advance. If you accidentally cross the line, don't panic—immediately turn on your hazard lights and pull over to check. In most areas, the fines aren't heavy, but points are deducted easily. Accumulating too many points might affect insurance discounts or the next annual inspection, so it's important to develop the habit of checking your rearview mirror before exiting the highway.
