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what do white lines on the road mean

what do white lines on the road mean

White lines are usually on the road surface and tell you something about the road that you are travelling on. Lines that travel along the road (longitudinal) inform and warn drivers of approaching situations that will need them to do something – like turn right, or do not cross.

Why are the lines on the road white?

If you see a solid white line in the middle of the road, it means that changing lanes or over-taking the car in front of you is prohibited.

Can you drive on hatched markings?

Hatched markings:

These road markings can be found mainly on dual carriageways and motorways, and are mainly used to help protect traffic from turning right or to separate traffic lanes. If the marking is bordered by a solid white line then you are not permitted to enter it unless it is an emergency.

What is the difference between a white line and a yellow line on the road?

Solid white lines define lanes of traffic going in the same direction, or they show you the location of the shoulder of the road. Broken or “dotted” white lines are used to show the center line between lanes. Yellow lines show you where traffic is going in different directions.

What does this broken white line mean?

Broken white lines are used to mark the middle of a two lane highway to separate traffic on both directions. Drivers are supposed to keep left but can cross the broken line for overtaking if situations permit.

When can you park opposite broken white lines?

Explanation: You mustn’t park or stop on a road marked with double white lines (even where one of the lines is broken) except to pick up or set down passengers.

What do double white lines mean?

Double white lines are two solid white lines that indicate a lane barrier between a regular use and a preferential use lane, such as a carpool/HOV. Never change lanes while in these lanes; wait until a single broken white line appears.

How much is the fine for parking opposite continuous white line?

Continuous white line

However, parking is not allowed on either side of the road with this road marking. Drivers who park on roads with a continuous white line will be fined up to $150, depending on the type of vehicle.