The Turning Rules of Traffic Signal Lights

author: Starlight Road ITS – AI Smart Crosswalk Solutions Provider

2016-07-22

I believe everyone knows that traffic is very congested in many cities. In order to improve this situation, traffic signal lights have been installed on many roads. The installation of traffic signal lights on the roads can effectively improve the traffic situation and relieve traffic pressure. However, when passing through traffic signal lights, there are certain rules to be followed in terms of passing, turning, steering, and the lighting of the lights... Last time, the editor introduced the lighting rules of traffic signal lights to you. This time, let's introduce the turning rules of traffic signal lights.

The Turning Rules at Crossroads:

1.There are at least two sets of traffic signal lights at a crossroads, usually arrow-shaped signal lights. U-turning vehicles do not rely on the traffic signal lights (but in many intersections, if going straight requires crossing the stop line, they need to follow the left-turn signal light to pass). When making a left turn, ensure safety.

2.Straight-going vehicles pass according to the traffic lights (stop at a red light and go at a green light).

3.Right-turning vehicles do not rely on the traffic lights and should pay attention to giving way to straight-going vehicles.

The Passing Rules for the Left-turn Waiting Area:

1.When both the straight-ahead and left-turn signal lights ahead are red, motor vehicles should wait for the release signal at the stop line of the intersection.

2.When the straight-ahead signal light is green and the left-turn signal light is red, left-turning vehicles can enter the left-turn waiting area to wait for the release signal.

3.When the left-turn signal light turns green, the vehicles waiting in the left-turn waiting area should quickly pass through the intersection.

The Passing Rules for Right Turns:

1.When making a right turn, pay attention to the angle of the steering. If the steering wheel is turned too little, the vehicle will drive onto the curbstone. Also, note that the turning angles are different at different intersections. Generally speaking, at small intersections, the turn should be larger, and at large intersections, the turn should be smaller.

2.At intersections with right-turn arrow signal lights, when encountering the arrow signal lights, you need to stop behind the stop line. When the green light is on, you still need to check the pedestrians on the right before making a right turn. When the vehicle makes a right turn at a 45-degree angle, you need to take a look at the rearview mirror and pay attention to the straight-going bicycles and pedestrians. Do not cross the solid line when turning. If there are bicycles going straight, you need to give way or maintain a safe turning distance of more than 10 meters from the bicycles.

3.At intersections without right-turn arrow signal lights, it is more difficult to make a right turn compared to intersections with arrow signal lights. At this time, there are straight-going bicycles and pedestrians on the right. Although a right turn can still be made, since the right-turning vehicle does not have the right of way, it adds a certain degree of difficulty to the right turn. New drivers need to downshift before making a right turn and turn on the right turn signal. Generally, it is more appropriate to shift to the second gear in sections with a large number of vehicles and pedestrians, which is convenient for controlling the vehicle speed. If the road is very congested or the driver is not proficient, it can be shifted to the first gear to give way to the straight-going bicycles and pedestrians on the right.

About Shenzhen Starlight Road Technology Co., Ltd.:
Established in 2011, Shenzhen Starlight Road Technology Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of intelligent traffic products. With 15 years of dedication and relentless effort, the company has accumulated extensive experience. Its main products include:

1.Intersection Smart Networked traffic Signal Controller with english operation interface

2.Single-Point Intersection Traffic Signal Controller

3.LED Traffic Signal Lights

4.LED Countdown Timer

5.Smart Crosswalk Alert Beacon

6.Integrated Traffic Signal Lights

7.Sectional Pedestrian Crossing Request System

8.Voice Prompt Device (Blind Clock)

9.Mobile radar speed check sign

10.Solar-powered radar speed feedback sign

11.Solar-powered radar speed sign with vehicle license plate recognition

12.Portable solar-powered traffic signal light

13.Solar-powered warning traffic signal light

14.Smart zebra crossing Road-embedded cast iron road stud

15.LED Smart crosswalk Road-embedded cast iron Block

16.Smart zebra crossing pavement-embedded pedestrian signal light

17.LED Canopy Warning Signal Light

18.LED Traffic Guidance Display Screen

19.Smart Curve Safety Detection System

In addition, Starlight Road traffic signal lights are sold overseas. For example: traffic signal lights in Cancun, Mexico; traffic signal lights in Oaxaca, Mexico; traffic signal lights in Guanajuato, Mexico; traffic signal lights in Bangkok, Thailand; traffic signal lights in Chiang Mai, Thailand; traffic signal lights in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; traffic signal lights in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; traffic signal lights in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; traffic signal lights in Penang, Malaysia; traffic signal lights in Vietnam; traffic signal lights in Indonesia; traffic signal lights in Cambodia; traffic signal lights in the Philippines; traffic signal lights in Laos; traffic signal lights in Myanmar; traffic signal lights in Brunei.

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