When you want to make a U-turn at an intersection, you have to be super observant, because some intersections do not allow U-turns. Generally speaking, where left turns are prohibited, U-turns are also not allowed.
However, even where a left turn is allowed, it is not always possible to make a U-turn. If you don't look closely at the road signs, you may not notice this rule. At the same time, there is a saying that as long as there is no clear U-turn traffic sign, it is okay to make a U-turn when you encounter a red light. But in fact, this statement is not entirely accurate, and if you make an improper U-turn, you may quickly deduct your driver's license points, and even face the risk of revocation.
So, what are the tips and precautions about U-turns?First of all, if there is a clear no-U-turn sign on the road, then we must obey it, otherwise we will be deducted 3 points and fined.
But if there are no such signs on the road, only green lights, can we turn around?At this time, we also need to see if there is a special U-turn signal. Recently, many cities have started to implement U-turn signals, even if left turns and straight ahead are green lights, U-turns may be red lights. This is because sometimes making a U-turn when there is a red light in front of you can pass, which may disrupt the traffic order. And making a U-turn when the red light is on can relieve some of the pressure of traffic congestion.
As a result, U-turn signals in many places may not turn green when red. So we have to see if there are special U-turn signals, because different cities have different traffic rules.
If you see a U-turn signal, you still have to drive according to the relevant regulations to determine whether you can make a U-turn. Even if you are still 5 or 4 meters away from the junction and the road is wide enough to reach a special U-turn, you need to check if there is a U-turn signal ahead. If so, follow the signals;If not, a direct U-turn is generally not too much of a problem.
Well, that's it for some tips and do's and don'ts about U-turns. Have you learned?If you have any thoughts or questions, please leave a message in the comment area to discuss!