Will reversing on the highway definitely be captured by cameras?
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Reversing on the highway will definitely be captured by cameras. According to relevant regulations, reversing on the highway is punishable by a fine, a one-time deduction of 12 points from the driver's license, and the temporary suspension of the driver's license. A full-score study notice will be issued, and the driver can only retrieve their license after passing a theoretical exam. When a motor vehicle needs to stop temporarily for repairs due to a malfunction, the driver must turn on the right turn signal in advance to leave the driving lane and stop in the emergency parking lane or on the right shoulder. Repairing the vehicle on the driving lane is prohibited. If a motor vehicle cannot leave the driving lane or must stop on the shoulder due to a malfunction or accident, the driver must immediately turn on the hazard warning flashers and place a warning sign 100 meters behind the vehicle in the direction of travel. At night, the driver must also turn on the width marker lights and tail lights. The driver and passengers must quickly move to the right shoulder or emergency parking lane and immediately report to the traffic police.
I often observe the highway monitoring system, and whether reversing on the highway is captured depends on many factors. Cameras are typically installed at key points such as exits, entrances, or accident-prone areas, with high coverage but not all sections have real-time monitoring. For example, highways around cities have dense camera coverage, making it easy to capture reversing; however, in mountainous or remote sections with fewer devices, it might be missed. Modern technologies like smart cameras and AI analysis have improved capture rates, enabling license plate and movement tracking. Most importantly, safety is paramount: reversing on the highway is extremely dangerous and can lead to chain-reaction collisions or casualties. Personal advice: if you miss an exit, don’t reverse—just drive to the next exit or service area for peace of mind and safety.
From my years of experience driving long distances, reversing on the highway doesn't guarantee being caught on camera. In some areas like tunnels or construction zones without cameras, you might get away with it; but in high-density areas like near toll booths, multiple angles record, making it hard to escape a ticket. Once, a friend of mine reversed and was caught, suffering heavy penalties with fines and points deducted. Reversing poses huge risks: others drive fast, and your reversing instantly turns you into an obstacle, easily causing a rear-end collision. Safety comes first—better to plan your route in advance with navigation; if you make a mistake, patiently drive to the next exit to handle it, don't gamble for a momentary convenience.
