Will points be deducted for not using turn signals at traffic lights?
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Failing to use turn signals at traffic lights will result in a 1-point deduction on the driver's license. Below are specific details on the use of turn signals: 1. Left turn signal: It should be activated in advance when turning left, changing lanes to the left, preparing to overtake, leaving a parking spot, or making a U-turn. 2. Right turn signal: It should be activated in advance when turning right, changing lanes to the right, returning to the original lane after overtaking, or parking by the roadside. 3. Accident liability: If an accident occurs due to the driver's failure to use turn signals, there is a high probability that the driver will bear the main or full responsibility for the accident.
Last week, I personally witnessed a friend getting fined 200 yuan and deducted 1 point for not signaling when making a right turn at a traffic light intersection. The traffic regulations clearly state that turn signals must be used in advance when turning or changing lanes, and this rule applies even at traffic light intersections. Especially when turning across lanes, traffic police are particularly strict about this. My eight years of driving experience have taught me that as soon as the wheels move to change direction, the turn signal must be activated, even if it's just changing lanes over a dashed line. Recently, cities have been upgrading their electronic police systems, with many intersections adding smart recognition systems that automatically detect failure to signal, generating tickets in the background. It's advisable to develop the habit of checking the rearview mirror and signaling at least three seconds before changing lanes—this ensures both safety and avoids fines.
