ReversingChina
An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of China. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.
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42. Reversing
Reversing means driving a vehicle backwards. It is commonly used when parking, leaving a confined space or repositioning a vehicle where forward movement is not practical.
Before reversing, the driver should check mirrors and blind spots, look carefully around the vehicle and make sure the area behind is clear. Reversing should be performed slowly and only for as long as necessary because visibility behind the vehicle is often limited.
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What must Chinese drivers check before reversing?
Check behind the vehicle and reverse only after confirming it is safe.
🔗 xzfg.moj.gov.cn • Mainland China — Regulation 50, observation and prohibited locations
🔗 jtgl.beijing.gov.cn • Beijing Traffic Police — full Road Traffic Safety Law, 2021 amended text
🔗 samr.gov.cn • SAMR — full implementing Regulations, 2017 amended text
Can you reverse on Chinese one-way roads?
No. Reversing is prohibited on one-way roads.
🔗 xzfg.moj.gov.cn • Mainland China — Regulation 50, observation and prohibited locations
🔗 jtgl.beijing.gov.cn • Beijing Traffic Police — full Road Traffic Safety Law, 2021 amended text
🔗 samr.gov.cn • SAMR — full implementing Regulations, 2017 amended text

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