Driving in ChinaIt is difficult to control most of the visitors. It is recommended that you hire a driver to drive your vehicle. It is relatively cheap (cheaper) and you will be able to visit more tourist attractions.
drving license
You cannot hold an international driver’s license inChinaDriving, China has not yet signed the Geneva Road Traffic Convention, You must obtain a Chinese driver's license to drive in China（Hongkong、MacaoorTaiwanThe issued driver’s license is not considered for inclusion in a Chinese driver’s license).
Chinese law states that foreign residents can have a driver’s license, the International Education Center can be converted to a local driver’s license, and there may be additional inspections. It is also possible that in major cities in China (likeBeijing) Easily get a temporary driver's license immediately. When you get off the plane at Beijing Capital International Airport, you can immediately obtain a temporary driver's license without passing any tests. In fact, obtaining a regular driver's license may be quite complicated. The specific complexity varies from place to place and changes over time.
- First, 100 questions are randomly selected from the 1,300 multiple-choice questions for the computer theory test, and 90 points can be passed; if the test fails on the same day, you can take the test again for free. In major cities, these tests contain versions in multiple languages. In sparsely populated places, the official insists that you must use the Chinese version to take the driver's license test. Some do not allow you to carry a translator, and some do not. In addition to co-translation, the translator will determine your exact answer. In addition, a small fee does not exceed 100 yuan.
- Generally speaking, if you have a foreign driver's license, you can be exempt from the actual road driving test.
- Holders of a Belgian driver’s license and a Hong Kong driver’s license can obtain a Chinese driver’s license, which is valid for six years and does not need to pass any tests. But you must provide an official translation, a medical certificate from a Chinese hospital and two photos.
Take the easiest way for foreigners to easily obtain a Mainland license and take the following measures: In Hong Kong, convert your foreign driver's license to a Hong Kong driver's license for about US$120. Then, go to China (Guangzhou is probably the easiest place) and convert your Hong Kong license into a Chinese driver's license.
It is feasible to pass the test all by yourself. The paperwork (registration exam, test, obtaining driver's license) is all done at the DMV. You will have to go there several times, so it is quite time consuming. You will find that a better way is to ask a small driving school to do all the paperwork at every second point in Shenzhen. Tests are conducted in English at least everywhere, and it is not difficult to find test questions in English.
In most places, tutoring is promised to give common sense and reasonable care: this means that in the novice test drive, at least one person must have a valid driver's license to accompany the novice driving in the car, but not necessarily the driver.
At least in some citiesElectric locomotives are legally considered bicycles. You need to register for a bicycle license, because a bicycle license is cheaper and easier to operate than a motorcycle license.You don't need a driver's licenseCan ride it. Some cities completely ban the use of electric bicycles. If it is not in the main lane (inner lane), there is usually no restriction.
Self-driving tour
There are frequent self-driving tours in various regions and services that include obtaining a Chinese driver’s license and a itinerary that includes car rental.
law
《Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China"It is the first law of the People’s Republic of China on road traffic and safety. It was adopted at the fifth meeting of the Standing Committee of the Tenth National People’s Congress on October 28, 2003, and was promulgated by Hu Jintao signed by the President of the People’s Republic of China. It was implemented in Mainland China on May 1, 2004.
 | Notice: The "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" (hereinafter referred to as the "Road Traffic Safety Law") denies the so-called "hit collision." According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law", if a motor vehicle has a traffic accident with a pedestrian or a non-motor vehicle, the motor vehicle should be held responsible. The Road Traffic Safety Law imposes more serious and severe penalties on some serious violations such as driving without a license, driving without a license, severe speeding, and drinking and driving. According to the new "Road Traffic Safety Law", if a motor vehicle is involved in a traffic accident and the perpetrator escapes, his driving license will be revoked and he will not be allowed to obtain a new driving license for life. |
Speed limit
The following statements obey the speed limit:
- 30 km/h (19 miles per hour): one-way urban roads.
- 40 km/h (25 miles per hour): The minimum speed limit of the Chinese national highway.
- 70 km/h (43 miles per hour) and above: major city roads (central lanes), roads with double yellow lines.
- 80 km/h (50 miles per hour): China National Highway.
- 100 km/h (62 miles per hour): Urban express roads.
- 120 km/h (75 miles per hour): highway.
The tolerance speed is generally about 10 km/h (6 miles per hour). Some expressways may allow the speed setting to climb to 20 km/h (12 miles per hour); however, in any country, if driving exceeds the tolerant speed limit, the speed limits are 15 km/h (9 miles per hour) and 20 km/h (every hour). 12 miles per hour) will have a higher risk.
The sign of the speed measurement area: "Radar speed measurement area" or "speeding camera".
The penalties for exceeding the speed limit are as follows:
- The excess speed exceeds 10 km/h (6 miles per hour), and when it is below the 50% speed limit, it can be as high as 200 yuan. example:If driving in an area of 80 km/h (50 miles per hour) at 100 km/h (62 miles per hour).
- If it exceeds 50% of the speed limit, it can be as high as 2,000 yuan, and the driver’s license may be revoked. example:If at 190 km/h (118 miles per hour) at 120 km/h (75 miles per hour) highway.
Speeding is the most common, and urban and rural areas are already on the verge of dangerous driving environments. Some implementations can be found in the system on the highway. Speeding altogether is called "drag racing."
Road condition
Pay attention to detours
be careful
Crossroads
Narrow road (narrow on both sides)
Roundabout
Two-way road
Pay attention to the semaphore
Give Way
Park to give way
universality
The conditions of roads and highway maintenance and repair fees themselves vary greatly, from city to city and the western provinces are worse than the eastern coastal areas. As road construction and maintenance funds are mostly provided by local governments, drastic changes may be discovered when crossing provincial boundaries. The economy in the east of China has a superb infrastructure.
If possible, the drainage manhole covers driving close to the road are often stolen. Sometimes there is a mixture of pedestrians, bicycles, tricycles, animals, uncovered drainage wells, and farmers using part of the road to expose grain.
And closing the main road in some places may require technology and equipment for off-road driving, which is illegal.
city road
Traffic jams often occur on the roads of major cities. Even with the Fifth Ring Road and nine arterial expressways, Beijing is still generally considered to be the city with the worst traffic congestion.ShanghaiThe ranking is relatively good.
The road conditions in China are far more complicated than in Western countries. Even in the dark, bicycles, motorcycles, electric bicycles, etc. may swarm. Rural areas may also encounter tractors, ox carts, and so on.
China National Highway
(WikipediaNumber and development status)
China’s national roads will not charge tolls only in Beijing. However, in other places, these are usually charged.
G-level (national level) Driving on national roads in China is generally a pleasure. The speed limit is 80 km/h (50 miles per hour), but because it usually lacks speed cameras, some vehicles may exceed the speed of 100 km/h (62 miles per hour).
S-level (provincial) highways may not be as smooth as a national highway. Sometimes there is no central lane or road separation, and there may be restrictions on one-way driving.
X-level (county level) roads are not necessarily the worst. Some of them are challenging township-level highways, and some may be used by visiting foreigners, so the road conditions are better.
highway
The expressway is a great boon for foreign drivers in China. They usually have bilingual traffic signs in English and Chinese, adequate emergency facilities, service areas, gas stations, many exits and high speed limits, and they usually travel smoothly. However, when a traffic accident occurs, it may take several hours, or even days, to be able to remove the wreckage and clear the traffic. In addition, this will cause drivers to compete for positions and interfere with emergency road shoulders, further increasing the waiting time for traffic jams and the probability of potentially larger accidents.
Although both expressways and highways are called "expressways" in English, they have different names and interpretations in Chinese. Expressways usually refer to fast link roads between cities and larger urban areas, while highways usually connect different cities.
Express highways have lower speed limits than highways. In Beijing, some expressways have clear speed limits. The maximum speed limit of Jingjintang Expressway (Beijing Section) and Jinghua Expressway (Beijing Section) is 90 km/h (56 miles per hour).
obstacle
As long as it is an object that obstructs the driver’s vision,Easy to cause traffic accidents, Called "obstacles". Especially large obstacles,Often the deadliest。
according toChina Statistics, Every year, there are about 100,000 traffic accidents caused by obstacles obstructing the line of sight. Drivers should pay attention and not pay attention to it, which far exceeds the statistics of traffic accidents in the United States. according toWorld Health Organization (WHO) Statistics "In China, there are 15 to 45 deaths caused by traffic accidents." The annual number of traffic deaths in China is close to 250,000.
For a novice driver, China’s traffic seems to have no rules, or if there are rules, it seems that they still have not followed or enforced them. Of course, there are rules in reality; they usually try to avoid bumping into each other. However, since most tourists have adopted the rules for China, it is very disagreeable. In the eyes of the West, surprisingly bad driving is the norm, and crazy steering wheel manipulation or suicidal behavior is quite common in the back.
Don’t think that Chinese drivers will follow any rules you know. For them, the rules are just a look, they only care about their vehicles.
Out-of-town drivers must try to adapt to this (or be more sensible, give up and take a taxi or hire a driver). You don’t have to learn to drive like China, but at least you shouldn’t be surprised when they do this. If someone denies you turn off or drive on the wrong side of the red light or the road, you just have to talk about it. , As if nothing happened.
Each car/driver has a "body language" which predicts what they will do next. It is important to learn this "body language" and drive through it. If you are pulling down a four-lane road, and you are right in the lane in front of the taxi, and you are blocked slightly in advance, the lane in front is free, you should immediately assume that the taxi will move to your left There is no warning in the lane. This kind of forward thinking or defensive driving can help you avoid many problems, but you still can't predict everything that might happen.
Another way to look at it is that there are only two rules that you must obey, both of which are equally important. Don't hit anything, don't be hit by anything.
Despite all of the above, driving conditions are not as good as chaotic behavior,VietnamwithIndonesia. Many foreigners feel somewhat reasonably comfortable and confident after promoting China and adapting.
Correct form
The concept of ready-to-use rights of way is completely different in China compared to many other countries. In fact any vehicle has the right to enter the gap. This essentially allows any drive to cut in and right out of the traffic flow to force the opposing vehicle to stop or crash. This rule applies to changing lanes and can also come at any time from any angle. Be wary of braking at any moment! If you don't force your way, you will never be allowed to enter a section of road with heavy traffic.
The general rule seems to beKeep going no matter what. It doesn’t matter if you turn into the opposite lane, drive your shoulders, or you’re on a fenced bike lane, it’s good to get off the road in the wrong way, as long as they let you move in the right general direction and don’t cause immediate have an accident. It's even quite common to watch cars, trucks and motorcycles, go your own way with pedestrians and bicycles on the sidewalk! Taxi is the most serious criminal.
Integrate: No matter where the vehicle passes through intersections, streets, alleys and parking lots, the driver must measure whether the next action complies with the traffic rules before turning, passing or stopping.
Change lane: Turn on the turn signal first, then observe the dynamics of the rear left, rear right, and directly behind vehicles before changing lanes.
Turn: Affected by terrain, traffic conditions and driving resistance, vehicles are often required to slow down when turning. At this time, the driver must select the appropriate gear to safely pass the curve according to the needs of power and vehicle speed when turning, and comprehensive road conditions.
As for the general left turn; the vehicle is eager to cross the oncoming vehicle to turn left and will not succumb to the oncoming vehicle, set up traffic signs and wait for a "safe" opening. Any open intersection can be used, and the minimum size required for opening obviously depends on the self-protected left-turn driving sense (large vehicles and vehicles of poor quality will take more left-turn opportunities in advance). Oncoming vehicles are slow, and the driver may turn from unwisely to cautious. Generally, traffic signs on large roads often prompt the driver to turn. The oncoming driver didn't seem to pause, while preparing to brake heavily or change lanes to accommodate Bendtner.
Car-pedestrian interactionIt is complicated; pedestrians and bicycles everywhere often perform stunts negligently or even forget the movement of the surrounding traffic, which is usually regarded as whether there is any collision between them and the vehicle. If a larger vehicle hits a pedestrian or cyclist, the larger vehicle will generally assume responsibility. With this in mind, vehicles use their speed and safety advantages, and often honk, maneuver and even pass through densely occupied passages. Realize that pedestrians usually think of counting the number of steps in the time the vehicle will pass, and if the vehicle stops to allow them to pass, it is often confused. Tu cross-class (white bars painted in the way of the road) usually do not observe the "pedestrian protection" place, but the sour driver strikes a pedestrian who is there. Never assume that a driver will actually stop you at a significant crossover. Suppose you will present them in the way that the driver actually fell on the sidewalk or pushed something on the side of the road in front of them.
Correct driving posture adjustment
- Adjust the appropriate distance between clutch, brake, throttle and legs and seat
- Adjust the appropriate angle and height of the seat
- Adjust the distance between the arm and the steering wheel appropriately
- Moderate adjustment between headrest and head
Red light
Chinese drivers often go through red lights and don't care about the flow of traffic. Even the traffic of pedestrians has not been recorded in the traffic, just sound a horn to tell pedestrians to quickly cross the road. Even if there are traffic lights, many drivers will not hesitate to run through the red lights.
Many drivers will use the late night time (10 pm to 4 am the next day) for racing and racing on Jingmi Highway or Chaoyang North Road (Beijing). Sometimes infamous drivers not only run red lights, but also overload passengers. All this is a violation of discipline and law, and economic reasons are also affected.
Express provision
On October 8, 2012, the Ministry of Public Security issued the newly revised "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses". Starting from 2013, drivers will be deducted 6 points for running a red light, 6 points will be deducted for avoiding school buses and 12 for gear plates. point. Drunk driving of large and medium-sized vans will be banned for life. If a driver with a driving experience of less than 3 years has a traffic fatal accident, the responsibility of the policeman who issued the certificate will be checked. Drivers who have been driving for less than 1 year during the internship period will be intensively managed, and must be accompanied by a driver who has held a corresponding or higher model driver's license for more than 3 years when driving on the highway. The new regulations will come into effect on January 1 next year.
Two-way traffic can be seen everywhere
Bicycles, motorcycles and cars sometimes ignore the one-way signs. On the sub-highway, it is completely normal to see pedestrians, bicycles and motorcycles go the wrong way down the shoulders, and some wrong ways to go next to the central guardrail. In traffic circles (round the island), drivers hate to go around if they can avoid the small island in the middle; they often just swing instead. Lane markings are also often overlooked; for example, taxis usually go straight through an intersection through a lane marked as only turning left because it allows them to wait for the car.
The newer road may be, for example, an actual intersection of approximately the southwestern part of the triangle traffic island. Both sides of the road; the third is a curved lane for the driver to turn right and eastbound in the form of southbound. In China, drivers turn left in a lane that is often used from north to south.
Many cities in China have bicycle lanes on both sides of the road. These lanes will carry traffic in both directions, regardless of: including bicycles and motorcycles plus occasional cars, trucks and pedestrians. Cars usually take these lanes if there is a traffic jam in the main lane; then, they honked cyclists, forcing them out of a form of using their horns as a "sonic plough" to clear the road in front of them. The driver runs under the assumption that you will move. If you don't raise it in time, you risk being knocked down. If you walk or ride a bicycle, you will most likely be accused.
Even the sidewalk often carries two-way bicycle and motorcycle traffic, plus odd cars to or from a parking spot. Cars are operated again under the assumption of the sidewalks they own and the way you come to get rid of them. Similarly, even on the side roads, vehicles honk pedestrians to get them outthemThe way.
Turn on the lights
A truck or truck driver may ignore the need to turn on the lights at night, and you must turn on the brightest lights—in fact, if there is no car approaching your car, it’s most reasonable to turn it all on. If you turn on the lights during the day, the official police will come to your door and ask about your situation—this is the same asEuropeSome countries have completely different traffic rules!
A few Chinese drivers know where to adjust the brightness of the car lights. Especially driving at night on a highway is very uncomfortable and dangerous, but it can be avoided.
When driving at night, you will not see pedestrians often wearing dark clothes, walking in the middle of the road, and just facing the oncoming traffic. One of the reasons for this may be that the local drivers do not often clean the lights. In China, some people even sleep on the road.
Bicycles rarely have lights, and many do not even have reflectors. Motorcycles do not turn on lights when driving at night, and sometimes they ride to the wrong side.
In highway tunnels, there are usually driving lights; however, the tunnel is very short, so it is still relatively rare to use driving lights! Therefore, make sure your vehicle's lights are in good working order before driving.
Other quirks
Although it is illegal, it is obvious in China. One of them is that there are often slow vehicles in the fast lane. If you find a vehicle behind you, send the correct message, always pay attention to the surrounding conditions before passing, turning and stopping.
Public buses and many private buses are partly diverted for private use instead of carrying the passengers in need; some drivers or pedestrians ignore the traffic lights in the countryside and force them through, even if they encounter an incoming vehicle, they will pass slowly or quickly according to their own concepts. Other quirks are hard to count, no wonder car accidents are not uncommon.
Novice driving
Indirectly, it is practical driving, to understand the safety and importance of traffic, to have a deeper understanding of how to solve problems with a calm mind when facing emergencies, and gradually become proficient in the operations of related traffic training.
locomotive
China's climate is generally conducive to riding motorcycles, and you can see bicycles in many cities all over China. However,Traffic is definitely not easy to deal with. China's bureaucracy is no better. It can be quite difficult for foreigners to get a driving license, insurance and permits to travel in China on their personal motorcycles. Nevertheless, many foreign residents have bicycles and some tourists may want to try it. Remember that the motorized two-wheeled vehicle is legal, it needs to be legally registered with the license plate; you must have insurance and a Chinese motorcycle driver's license.
There are some restrictions: Motorbikes are forbidden on most highways and some urban cores (also known as downtowns), and efforts are made to control traffic and stop congestion. For example: motorcycles are banned from the city centerGuangzhou、Dongguan、Shenzhen、Xiamen、ZhuhaiwithHangzhou And is restricting Beijing andShanghai. Riding a motorcycle to these prohibited areas may result in fines and even forfeiture. It can also have the effect of a driver’s license; for example, in some cities (such as Beijing), only those in the metropolitan area that must register with the government can legally ride a motorcycle.
All in all, considering how dangerous driving can be done in China by choosing to ride a motorcycle is only an adventure, not an easy thing.
three wheeled motorcycle
Perhaps the most interesting bicycle in China is inYangtze. As early as the 1930s,BMWDesigned a 750ml flat double-side valve three-wheeled motorcycle appeared inGermanyarmy. They are all built onRussia,becauseTreaty of VersaillesThe Germans were forbidden to build military equipment, including motorcycles. Hitler and Stalin at that time were both manufactured under good conditions. After the war, Russia took the entire factory in Germany for war indemnities, moved the entire Urals and continued to produce bicycle designs. Russian brands are called Dnieper and Volga. They also sold equipment to China and the Yangtze River was the most beautiful result.
Side valve engines are still in production, but there are also modern versions with overhead valves and electric starters. These are not your high-performance sports bikes; even the new OHV model only has 32 horsepower. However, they are designed for military use and will beVery'sturdy. The price is more than ¥200,000. They are sold in unison, ridden in three rounds; it may not be possible for them to license them without it.
There are many old Changjiang around, if you buy one that is old enough, this ispossibleIt is classified as an antique car. thispossibleThe meaning is to exempt your country from import restrictions; the safest and most polluting laws have some kind of exemption for antiques. This is risky:Some people have lost their bicycles at customs. You even think it needs athoroughAwareness of your country’s laws and regulations.
A true fanatic might consider riding the Yangtze River from China to Europe using land and Silk Road trips in Europe and South Asia. You can get bicycle service in Russia from the familiar Dnieper and Volga rivers; some parts are even interchangeable.
Motorcycle travel
There are various areas based on motorcycle tours, often renting in the Yangtze River includes:
- Genghis Khan riding a motorcycle Epic classic high-level cycling, 12 days from Inner Mongolia to the Great Wall. Toy big boy, as long as there are enough luxury decorations just right,CubaCigars, grain-fed steaks, etc.
- HC Tourism ,Headquartered inU.K, Providing travel from the Yangtze River toGreat Wall、TibetwithMongolia。
- Dragon Bike Trip Based on China, provide Silk Road tourism.
- Cycling in Asia ,Headquartered inIndia, And use the Enfield style to enter Tibet for tourism.
YinchuanHeld at the end of June the annual Motorcycle Tourism Festival。
Electric locomotive
China MainlandElectric locomotiveThe research on electric bicycles began in the 1940s, but it was not systematically developed until 1983. In 1987, the China Electric Vehicle Research Association was established to integrate the development of electric bicycles and electric bicycles in the mainland.
In the promotion of electric vehicles in mainland China, the National Electric Vehicle Coordination and Steering Group was established across the country, composed of 15 ministries and commissions of the State Council, and implemented unified planning, clear division of labor, and coordinated actions. The demonstration site of electric vehicles was placed in Shanghai, and the Shanghai Electric Vehicle Industry Development Center was established in Shanghai, with the "Chief Engineer of the Municipal Economic Commission" as the director, and a specialized office responsible for the development and planning of electric vehicles, as well as guidance and coordination And management implementation.
In mainland China, Shanghai has given priority to the development of electric vehicles, while phasing out fuel-assisted motor vehicles. In order to vigorously promote electric motor vehicles, Shanghai plans to reduce the current 470,000 fuel-powered scooters to 100,000 in 2000, and the reduced part will be replaced by electric scooters or electric scooters.