Will lane changing in highway tunnels result in penalty points?
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Changing lanes in highway tunnels violates the traffic regulation of disobeying prohibitory traffic markings, which is considered a traffic violation punishable by a fine and 3 penalty points. However, exceptions are made in special circumstances such as avoiding an accident ahead, following on-site police instructions, or yielding to emergency vehicles. In these cases, it will not be deemed a violation, and any imposed penalties can be revoked through administrative reconsideration. Lane change monitoring system: As tunnels are particularly hazardous sections of highways with poor lighting and limited space, especially at tunnel entrances where accidents frequently occur, changing lanes or overtaking in tunnels can easily disrupt normal traffic flow and lead to accidents or congestion. Therefore, most highway tunnels are now equipped with advanced lane change monitoring systems. If caught illegally changing lanes, drivers will face penalties including fines and penalty points. Precautions: The newly introduced policy on proxy penalty point services aims to significantly curb the activities of penalty point scalpers, but its primary purpose is to remind drivers to prioritize safe driving. Extra caution is required in special sections like highway tunnels. While penalty points are a minor concern, life safety is paramount. Adhering to driving regulations is the most effective way to avoid fines and penalty points.
From my over ten years of driving experience, changing lanes in highway tunnels will definitely result in penalty points. Generally, if caught on camera or by traffic police, it's a 2-point deduction and a 200 yuan fine. I still remember two years ago in a long tunnel where a lane change caused a rear-end collision - the scene was terrible. Traffic regulations specify that markings in tunnels are mostly solid lines, so changing lanes is a violation, and many cameras can capture it. Safety is another major concern; tunnel lighting is dim, traffic is heavy, and lane changes can easily cause accidents. So now when I drive, I choose my lane before entering the tunnel, maintain a safe distance, and focus on driving straight through. Since adopting this habit, I feel much more stable on the road, saving both worry and tickets.
