How to use the warning triangle for motor vehicles correctly
How to use the warning triangle for motor vehicles correctlyThe correct use of warning triangle signs for motor vehicles involves placement distance, location selection, operating specifications and legal requirements, as follows：
1. Placement distance and road type
Ordinary road
Daytime: 50 meters behind the car
Night or rainy and foggy weather: 100 meters
highway
Daytime: 150 meters
Night or rainy and foggy weather: 200 meters
Positioning can be assisted by the 100-meter sign (white on green background)
2. Handling of special road conditions
Curve accidents: Warning signs need to be placed on the road before entering the bend in advance
Ramp accident: placed on the top or bottom of the slope to avoid the impact of blind spots
Night operation: dual flashing lights and profile lights need to be turned on simultaneously
3. Operating specifications
Expansion method: align the buckle and stitch, support the bracket to ensure stability
Placement action: Holding a triangle card in your hand, the reflective surface walks in the direction of the incoming car
Prohibited acts：
Cannot be replaced by other items
Cannot be placed behind the side or adjacent lanes
4. Legal requirements and penalties
Not set in accordance with regulations: 3 points for ordinary roads and 9 points for expressways
Mandatory standard: It must comply with GB 19151-2003, and the early exclamation mark has been eliminated
5. Storage and inspection
Storage location: in a special box or fixed bracket for the trunk
Regular inspection: make sure that the reflective layer is not damaged and the bracket is intact
By standardizing the use of warning triangle signs, the risk of secondary accidents can be effectively reduced and driving safety can be guaranteed.