Sometimes it is not so easy to take back the car. The process becomes more complicated if a trailer is attached to the car. With practice, you will be able to reverse with a trailer quite easily. If you think over your actions in advance, then reversing will turn into a routine operation.
Steps
Preparing to Reverse with a Trailer
- The observer must watch for obstacles in the path of the vehicle with the trailer. Often people focus on objects on the ground and forget about tree branches and dangling wires. Remember that low-lying tree branches are not an obstacle to the trailer, but can easily damage the roof of your car.
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Adjust the rear view mirrors. When reversing, it is important to have a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Therefore, adjust the rear-view mirrors so that you can see the rear wall of the trailer.
Try to make sure that when reversing the trailer turns in the direction that coincides with the location of the driver. In this case, it will be easier for you to control the movement of the trailer in the rear-view mirror located on the driver's side; what's more, when reversing, you can look over your shoulder and see the back wall of the trailer. If you have to drive around the campground to get close to the spot on the left, do it!
Place one hand on the steering wheel and turn your head so you can see the trailer and the area behind your vehicle. The right hand should be at the bottom of the steering wheel (6 o'clock position). When reversing, move your hand in the direction you want the trailer to go. By placing your hand in this position, you will avoid turning the wheels in the wrong direction (when reversing with a trailer).
Driving in reverse with a trailer
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Turn the steering wheel to the right to move the trailer to the left (if you are looking at the hood of the car). Alternatively, hold on to the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand in the direction the trailer should be moving; this method of control is very convenient when you look behind (at the trailer).
- If you need to round a corner, steer the trailer to the corner and then gently maneuver in the opposite direction to achieve the desired turning angle.
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When reversing, turn the trailer in the direction of the driver, not the passenger (for example, to the left in the case of a car with a left-hand drive); this will make it easier for you to see the trailer. As a rule, the most difficult is turning at a right angle (when reversing).
After backing up and approaching the corner, turn right to find yourself in the middle of the road. Here we consider the case of a left-hand drive vehicle. Then sharply turn the steering wheel to the left so that the car is located at an angle to the left shoulder (as when making a left turn when moving forward).
Wrap your hands around the bottom of the steering wheel. Turning the steering wheel from this position will make it easier to steer the trailer. Do everything slowly. It is recommended to get out of the car and make sure you are moving in the right direction. Do not try to do everything the first time - it is better to sacrifice self-esteem than to break the trailer.
- Try to make sure that the car and trailer do not "stack" with each other (like a jackknife). For this, do not rush. As a rule, you can take the correct position in one smooth maneuver. In most cases, you will have to stop and lean forward a little to get the trailer in the correct position in relation to the vehicle.
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Reverse and drive forward until the trailer is in the correct position. Sometimes this is the most difficult part of the process, attracting viewers. If other people are watching your actions, don't worry - unlike them, you are interested in the end result, so focus.
- Stop, get out of the car and make sure you are moving in the right direction. It's better to be safe than to pay to repair a car, trailer, or someone else's property.
- Don't turn the steering wheel too fast.
- It is much easier to reverse if the car and trailer are in the same straight line. Do not reverse if the trailer is facing the vehicle at a right angle. If possible, lean forward to get rid of the angle between the trailer and the vehicle. If there is space, drive forward until the trailer is directly behind the vehicle.
- Do not hurry! If something unexpected happens, stop and think about your next steps.
- It is easier to back out with a long trailer than with a short one.
- Imagine that the rear wheels of a car act as the steering wheels of a trailer; that is, if the trailer had four wheels, then the rear wheels of the car would be the steering wheels. Therefore, in order to move the trailer in the right direction, it is necessary that the rear wheels of the car are located at a certain angle to the wheels of the trailer. Therefore, first turn the steering wheel so that the wheels of the trailer are at the “correct” angle to the rear wheels of the car, and only then back out.
- If the trailer and vehicle begin to “stack”, stop immediately. Step forward and try to back out again.
- Stop immediately if you are moving in the wrong direction. Step forward and try back again
- Double check tow hitch, safety chains and electrical cable.
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Work out a strategy. Remember that when reversing with a trailer, the vehicle must be steered in a certain way. This implies the calculation of the trajectory of the trailer and the trajectory of the car, taking into account the presence of nearby objects and the direction of the car with the trailer relative to these objects.
Practice in an empty parking lot. Buy traffic cones to limit a certain area of the terrain with them. Learn to reverse with a long trailer and then switch to a shorter trailer. When practicing, do everything slowly. Short trailers are more manoeuvrable and therefore more difficult to handle when reversing. A long trailer is easier to steer, but it will take more effort to get around the corner.
Ask someone to be an observer. The observer stands behind the trailer and sees something that you cannot see from the car. Also consider buying a pair of basic walkie-talkies to ease communication between you and the observer.
There are many different situations in which driving in reverse is prohibited. The regulation of the legality of such actions is carried out in accordance with the rules of the road.
Reversing is a very complex maneuver that requires maximum concentration from the driver. Limited visibility makes driving much more difficult, so before making a reception, you must make sure that there are no other cars and pedestrians that may be behind. When visibility is too poor, it is best to seek the help of others.
Reversing may be accompanied by an audible signal to inform the pedestrian of the driver's intention. IN turning on the emergency gang in this context is also considered as one of the additional methods of notification. The rules of the road do not provide for such actions. Modern car models are equipped with a special system that automatically activates an intermittent sound signal during this maneuver.
Where is it forbidden to drive in reverse?
The traffic rules indicate the main components of the roads where reversing is prohibited. Such a ban is due to the possibility of creating an emergency situation on the road, which can lead to serious consequences. Below is the main list of places where this maneuver is prohibited:
- at the crossroads;
- in the tunnel
- at a pedestrian crossing;
- by motorway;
- at railway crossings;
- At the stop;
- to areas with poor visibility (less than 100 m);
- on bridges, overpasses, overpasses.
Paragraph 8.11 of the SDA also notes that reversing is not possible in places where U-turns are prohibited. It also says that such a maneuver is possible on a one-way road. Driving will be possible until the appearance of a tunnel, bridge, motorway or railway crossing. Short-term maneuvering on the roadway is not prohibited by traffic rules.
Important! According to paragraph 8.12 of Section 8 of the SDA, reversing is allowed provided that such a maneuver does not interfere with other road users and is absolutely safe.
Where is reverse driving allowed?
Reversing is permitted on a one-way road. At the same time, the driver is obliged to make sure that the maneuver being made will not cause inconvenience to other road users. Moving towards the traffic flow, you must first make sure that there are actually no foreign objects behind. Such a technique should not force other drivers to slow down or change direction. When maneuvering, the driver must give way to all other vehicles and pedestrians.
Movement speed must be kept to a minimum. Provided that the view is limited to parked cars, it is very important to stop in time without applying emergency braking. In such situations, it is recommended to use the help of other persons who will adjust the movement of the vehicle depending on the changing situation.
Fines for incorrect driving in reverse
In the event of an accident with a high degree of probability, the driver of the car moving towards the traffic flow will be recognized as the culprit. The size of the fine for an accident while reversing and the penalty depends on the details of the offense. According to clause 12.11 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, when reversing on the motorway, the driver is charged a fine of 2,500 rubles.
Paragraph 9.9 of the SDA states that driving in reverse on the side of the road or on the median lanes is prohibited. Actions of this type entail the imposition of a fine, the amount of which is 500 rubles.
What signs prohibit reversing?
Prohibit reversing no entry sign. Its installation involves prohibiting the entry of cars on a certain section of the road. However, this prohibition does not apply to route vehicles. If a driver ignores this warning and enters a one-way road, it could cost them deprivation of rights for 4-6 months. Alternatively, you can pay 5000 rubles.
Departure to the route lane in Moscow and St. Petersburg will cost the driver 3,000 rubles. In the regions, for an identical violation, you will have to pay 1,500 rubles.
Driving in reverse "under the brick" to the adjacent territory threatens the driver with a fine of 500 rubles. The measure of punishment presented in the form of deprivation of a driver's license cannot be applied here.
Another prohibition is no traffic sign. It prohibits movement in both directions. Accordingly, when entering a one-way road, such a sign cannot be installed. Violation of this rule threatens the driver with a fine in the amount of 500 rubles.
Precautionary measures
To avoid an accident when reversing, it is imperative it is recommended to use a sound signal during the maneuver. If you find a car that is moving in reverse, you should wait for it to stop. It is also very important to control the position of vehicles located on both sides. I was driving along the road I drove the store I decided to return I got caught on the first street on the other side of the road with a one-way traffic sign, I did not reach the 2 m sign, I reversed onto the road from which I turned off and drove in the opposite direction stopped the traffic police presented a fine of 5,000 or deprivation of rights, whether he is right or not,
Good afternoon, dear reader.
8.12. The movement of the vehicle in reverse is permitted provided that this maneuver is safe and will not interfere with others participants in the movement. If necessary, the driver must enlist the assistance of other persons.
So, reversing is allowed only if it is will not interfere with others vehicles, motorcycles, pedestrians and other road users.
A very simple conclusion can be drawn from this point. If in the process of moving backwards the car turned out to be a participant in a traffic accident, then the driver who violated the requirements of paragraph 8.12 is the culprit of the accident.
Naturally, in the event of a collision, you should not immediately give up. Try to find violations in the actions of the other driver.
However, the violation of the second participant does not relieve the responsibility of the driver who was driving backwards.
In the event of a difficult traffic situation, paragraph 8.12 suggests using help of others, which can be both passengers of the car and those passing by. At the same time, no comments are given regarding the use of the help of other persons.
In practice, you can ask a pedestrian to make sure that when reversing, the car does not hit other cars or other obstacles. In addition, your assistant can give a gesture to approaching cars and they will not interfere with the completion of the maneuver.
However, keep in mind that seeking help from others does not release the driver from the obligation not to interfere with other vehicles.
Where is it forbidden to drive in reverse in 2019?
Paragraphs 8.12 and 16.1 of the SDA list situations in which it is prohibited to reverse:
- on ;
- on ;
- in tunnels;
- on bridges, viaducts, overpasses and under them;
- on ;
- in places where the visibility of the road in at least one direction is less than 100 m;
- at the stops of route vehicles;
- on motorways.
In all of these cases, moving in the opposite direction can create an emergency situation.
Please note that the maneuver is not prohibited on one-way roads, however, it is possible to perform it only until an intersection, tunnel, bridge or other structure from the above list appears in the car's path.
Reversing ticket
The amount of the fine depends on the place where the offense was committed. When driving in the opposite direction on the motorway, the amount of the fine will be 2 500 rubles(CoAP).
In all other cases, the fine will be 500 rubles(CoAP).
Accident while driving in reverse
Consider the popular traffic accidents when reversing:
A collision may occur if the driver of the parked vehicle is not using the rear-view mirrors (eg using only the right mirror instead of all three). Most often, an accident occurs between a car parallel parking (orange) and a car that "supported" it from behind (green). However, more exotic situations are also possible.
For example, the driver of a green car may become frightened of a parked car, reverse quickly, and crash into a red car that has driven up behind him. A few years ago I happened to see a similar accident in practice, so the situation is not fictional.
Please note that if the green and red cars collide, the parallel parking driver is not involved in the accident and there will be no damaged cars. The driver of the green car will pay for the repairs.
2. Reversing in the parking area of a supermarket or car park.
Such accidents happen with enviable regularity near all major stores. The cause of the accident, as in the previous case, is the inattention of the driver of the orange car, which is reversing.
How to prevent an accident?
1. If a car is moving towards you in reverse, then in no case do not turn on the reverse gear. Use sound signal. Any adequate driver, having heard a sound signal, will stop moving.
Unfortunately, in practice, you can meet drivers who do not understand the meaning of the sound signal and do not react to it in any way. Just keep in mind that if the car continues to move, it's best to pull away from the deaf driver. In this case, you should only move forward. Engaging reverse gear can make you the culprit of an accident.
And in any case, do not forget about the sound signal. Even if the driver does not react to it, you will at least attract the attention of witnesses who will help prove your innocence in the future.
2. If you hear a beep when driving in the opposite direction, then as soon as possible stop the car. It is better to stay for a couple of minutes, get out of your car and look around, than crash into someone else's car and spend a lot of time on paperwork about an accident and resolving issues with an insurance company and a car service.
3. Use all rear view mirrors(right, left, salon), look at them in turn.
4. When driving between parking lanes, carefully watch the cars left and right. Please note that you should also keep an eye on neighboring cars if you are stopped in a parking lot. For example, if you give way to vehicles that have the right of way.
The fact is that another car can start moving without first looking in the rear-view mirrors. You can track the maneuvers of other cars only by turning your head. Naturally, you should not pay attention to cars that are not driven by anyone.
5. Use reverse gear only when you take your time. In relation to parking at a store, this means that the best solution is to calmly put the car back into the parking space before going to the store, and after visiting the store, drive out in front.
Accidents, as a rule, occur precisely when leaving the parking lot, when the driver is in a hurry to go home or on business. Therefore, such a situation should be excluded.
Let's summarize. Reversing is the most dangerous maneuver for the driver. The fine for reversing is not large, but the driver of a car driving in reverse will be held responsible for any accident.
And finally, I propose to watch the video of the accident, the cause of which was the carelessness of the driver:
Good luck on the roads!
Natalia-2
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I'm certainly not an expert, but driving in reverse and driving in the opposite direction are two different things. Reversing is driving backwards, and driving in the opposite direction is driving forward, but against traffic.
Of course, these are different things.
But here's what the Supreme Court wrote
Violation by the driver of the requirements of any road sign, which resulted in the movement of the vehicle he is driving in the opposite direction on a one-way road, forms the objective side of the administrative offense provided for by Part 3 of Article 12.16 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation (for example, violation of the requirements of road signs 3.1 "Entry is prohibited", 5.5 " One-way road", 5.7.1 and 5.7.2 "Entering a one-way road").When applying this rule, it should be borne in mind that, based on the content of clause 8.12 of the SDA,. Violation by the driver of the above conditions forms the objective side of the composition of the administrative offense provided for by Part 3 of Article 12.16 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. According to the same norm, the actions of a driver who reversed onto a one-way road in violation of the requirements of road sign 3.1 "Entry is prohibited" should be qualified, and in the case when such a maneuver was performed at an intersection - also under part 2 of article 12.14 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. "
As you can see, the court does not find a difference whether you are moving forward or in reverse.
By the way, in Maxim's article it is written:
Please note that reverse gear is not prohibited on one-way roads, but it is possible to use it only until an intersection, tunnel, bridge or other structure from the list appears on the road.
VS says something different. Reversing is possible only when there is an OBJECTIVE NECESSITY for this??? In other words, if you back up on a one-way road and there is no "intersection, tunnel, bridge or other structure from the list", then you will still be deprived of your "rights" unless you prove in court that you had an objective need to go backwards.
Dmitry-5
Hello! Moved along the side of the main road in reverse, at a speed of 3 km. at one o'clock. I did everything in accordance with paragraph 8.12 of the SDA, I moved very slowly with the emergency gang on, I constantly monitored the situation behind the car in the mirrors. From the adjacent territory, a loaded Gazelle decided to leave the main road. Weather -35 visibility is good. In order to get onto the main road of the Gazelle, it is necessary to overcome a slight rise, respectively, the gazelle stepped on the gas, and when he saw me, he braked into the skid (as evidenced by the presence of a braking distance, about a meter and a half), but did not have time to stop and hit my tag in the rear right bumper burdock , just under the hatch from the banzo tank, leaving at the same time on the main road. I did not expect this, and drove another meter and stopped. The gazelist violated the traffic rules clause 8.3 (he had to let everyone through). In the traffic police, the inspector issued a determination who was driving back (that is, I) violated clause 8.12 of the traffic rules. And the driver of the Gazelle did not violate anything! The question is, is such a definition legal?
The traffic police made the correct determination, in accordance with paragraph 8.12 of the SDA:
8.12. The movement of the vehicle in reverse is permitted provided that this maneuver is safe and does not interfere with other road users. If necessary, the driver must enlist the assistance of other persons.
Comments here:
Eugene-29
Good afternoon!
passing through an intersection with a one-way (left) 4-lane road. The car ahead (2) turned left into the rightmost lane and stopped in front of a zebra. I went straight, but that car (2) turned on the back and drove into me.
A decision was made to dismiss the case.
Where the field was set: the driver of the car (2) did not make sure that it was safe when reversing. 812 traffic rules
Where "Defined": there is no administrative offense in the actions of the driver.
how can that be?
Eugene, hello.
Reversing at intersections is prohibited by traffic rules. If you do not agree with the documents drawn up by the inspector, write "disagree" in them and state your point of view. Only then sign.
Although in this case it is not clear what you want to achieve in the end. If you explain this, it will be possible to give more specific advice.
Good luck on the roads!
Paul, Hello.
Paul, Hello.
1. What are the road signs and markings on this section of the road?
2. Article 5.5. what legal document?
Hello!
There are no signs. One lane marking.
A document like a protocol.
Paul
Paul, explain what the violation of the rules consisted of. Just for reversing on the road, rights are not deprived.
Maxim, the traffic police officer explained to me that I was moving along a one-way lane.
Paul, Now it is clear.
Regarding your situation, there is an explanation of the Supreme Court.
driving in reverse on a one-way road is not prohibited, provided that this maneuver is safe for road users and, taking into account the current traffic situation, is caused by an objective necessity (for example, avoiding an obstacle, parking)
If you prove that your maneuver was caused by an objective necessity, then there will be no deprivation of rights.
Good luck on the roads!
Paul, explain what the violation of the rules consisted of. Just for reversing on the road, rights are not deprived.
Max, you are amazing! There are no rule violations. Everything is left to the discretion of the inspector. They are deprived not for traffic violations, but according to the clarification of the RF Armed Forces. Those. there is no traffic violation point, but they are deprived of it according to 12.15.4. And this lawlessness has been working for 2 years already!
wowick, Do you know cases when a driver was deprived of his rights simply for reversing?
For example, for the fact that he drove backwards from a parking space or did parallel parking.
For such maneuvers, no. But for the fact that the people of the traffic jam in the opposite lane go around in reverse, yes. Such cases were described in the Internet. Or passed the necessary exit on the highway ... There is no specifics, everything is left to the discretion of the inspector
That is, on an oncoming lane in reverse is a deprivation or a fine?
Did I understand correctly?
Tell me, please, what exactly to say to the judge so that they don’t deprive?
In court, you need to cite in your defense an excerpt from:
driving in reverse on a one-way road is not prohibited, provided that this maneuver is safe for road users and, taking into account the current traffic situation, is caused by an objective necessity (for example, avoiding an obstacle, parking)
You need to explain that this applies to your situation.
Good luck on the roads!
Hello! Tell me, please, is it right to deprive me of my rights or is it a divorce?
I maneuvered along the backup of Varshavskoye highway in the area of d107 in reverse to the metro, and drove at a speed of 5 km / h for about 50 meters, parked, and an inspector approached me, who showed me Article 5.5. What should I do in this situation? Thank you!
As I understand it, this is a violation of the requirements of sign 5.5 "One-way road". Driving back on such a road 50 m - you will have to prove that the parking place was so far behind your stop, and it was impossible to park in front due to objective circumstances.
Good afternoon.
Tell me please!
an accident occurred.
I drove onto the main road from a secondary one, due to the slight rise in the road there was insufficient visibility. As soon as I almost drove out to the main road, I saw that a car was speeding in reverse. The road was one-way, but not marked with this sign, because (as the traffic police explained) this is considered a highway junction.
we were assigned a parsing group, where the two sides were recognized, from which I was stunned, of course. they wrote me a fine saying I didn’t give in, they wanted to solder him for driving in reverse.
what can be done in such a situation? will the insurance company be able to pay at least some% of the repair or is it pointless to wait for a court decision in his case?
Everything is correct. You must give way, and it does not say in which direction the other car should go. And he, when reversing, must let all other road users pass.
I haven’t come across it, but they say that in this case, the UK pays half the damage to everyone ...
There is a lot of fuss... Senseless... Thank you, Mademoiselle Corruption... To hell with the lawyers: Can we agree?
If I have CASCO, then we will not agree.
Dmitry-132
Is there any point in filing a complaint? Essence:
Complaint against the decision in the case of an administrative offense No. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Good afternoon I earnestly ask you to cancel the said decision or mitigate liability (replacing the fine with a warning), due to the fact that the maneuver recorded by the ST-15018 surveillance camera (driving to another lane in the same direction with violation of the solid marking line) I MADE FORCED.
So, at about 16:51 on 06/12/16, I, moving along the extreme right lane in a XXXX car, along the street. Velozavodskoy from the center stopped at a crossroads at a red traffic light near 6A - this position was recorded by a video camera, I did not go beyond the stop line.
At this time, an additional section of the green traffic light lit up for the cars of the opposite direction, making it possible to turn around and turn left (to Avtozavodskaya Street). One of these cars, I believe by mistake, instead of turning left, made a U-turn, after which it stopped in the middle of the intersection, having caught up with the green lawn that divided the street. Avtozavodskaya on 2 carriageways, AND THEN I STARTED REVERSING THROUGH THE CROSSROADS along the lane I occupied, apparently intending to have time to stand in front of me (while the red light is on), and then turn now to the right onto Avtozavodskaya street under the "green arrow". However, by the time he began to reverse, the green light had already turned on and I had ALREADY STARTED moving forward (the “Move in lanes” sign installed above the far right lane allowed me to drive both to the right and in the forward direction), Thus, this car was actually moving at the intersection in one lane directly towards me (only in reverse) - ALL THIS IS CLEARLY VISIBLE ON THE PHOTO ATTACHED TO THE DECISION COMPETED.
At the same time, another car was moving behind me, sharp braking could have led to a collision from behind, so I had to break the continuous marking line to avoid an accident, driving into another lane of a passing direction.
Dmitriy I don't see much point in appealing against this penalty. You deliberately broke the rules.
1. The most logical option would be to wait until the car reversing through the intersection completes this strange maneuver.
2. Another possible option. Drive up to this car and stop. If necessary, sound the horn to avoid an accident.
Good luck on the roads!
Hello. Here you have written "the driver of a car moving in reverse will be held responsible for any accident." Just imagine, I also thought so, BUT today the interrogator surprised me. My story, please help.
Leaving the adjacent territory (yard), he stopped in front of Budenovsky avenue, letting cars moving along the main one, after which he felt a blow to the front right side of the car. - That's what I wrote in the explanation. The photo shows that my car is standing perpendicular to the roadway, on straight wheels, only having moved off the curb (specially lowered), i.e. the entire hood is obtained on the roadway, and the Gazelle with an open steel body rested with the right rear side in the middle of the hood (above the center of the right wing).
The inspector, the interrogator wrote me a fine of 500 rubles for violating rules 8.3. And he determined - There is no composition of the AP in the actions of the driver of the Gazelle. These circumstances exclude the proceedings in the case of the AP. The inspector pleaded guilty MUTUALLY! Although it turns out the Gazelle was moving in reverse along the public transport lane. Naturally, no one properly interrogated us, but they said something like - Write as it was, write in your own words. Here's what you can hear from them.
Please tell me, is it worth appealing against such a decision and will the court at least somehow listen to my arguments? I think the inspector is fundamentally wrong.
Now the approximate text of the statement to the higher standing official and the court at the same time!
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Leaving the yard, he stopped in front of the roadway of Budenovsky Avenue, without leaving it. I looked around, on the right was a parked gazelle in the lane for general traffic. transport, which I saw in advance at a distance of 25m approaching the roadway. Turning my head to the left, making sure there was no interference, I started moving straight, because. a parked gazelle prevented me from immediately making a right turn maneuver. Starting straight ahead, I saw the Gazelle reversing, I sharply pressed the brake pedal and pressed the horn on the steering wheel, but the driver did not react and collided with my vehicle. Leaving the car, I saw that in front of the Gazelle there was an absolutely empty road in the direction of Komsomolskaya Square. He explained that he needed to drive into the yard, from which I left.
A lot of violations occur where reversing is prohibited - this is one of the favorite tricks of many motorists, and its use is far from always advisable. Moreover, according to statistics, such a maneuver is one of the frequent causes of unforeseen accidents. This is due to the deterioration of visibility when trying to move backwards, since the driver has, in fact, only mirrors at his disposal. At the same time, it is necessary to make sure that there are no other possible road users behind the car, including motorists and pedestrians. As a result, it is much better and more correct to use the help of another person, whether it be a pedestrian or another driver.
Some drivers sound their horns when they are about to reverse. In particular, an emergency gang can act as such a signal, although this is not prescribed by traffic rules. .
Where driving in reverse is prohibited
According to the Rules, a certain number of places are allocated in which it is impossible to move back, so as not to increase the likelihood of an accident and not create danger for other road users. This list includes:
Additionally, clause 8.11 of the SDA prohibits drivers from reversing in places where it is forbidden to make a U-turn. In turn, paragraph 8.12 indicates that such a maneuver is allowed only when it does not create danger or obstruction on the road. In other cases, short-term reversing is not punishable.
Where is reverse driving allowed?
Driving in reverse is allowed:
- on roads outside intersections;
- at the entrances and exits from the yard or adjacent territory;
- where a U-turn is not prohibited;
- in places with poor visibility, the driver must resort to the help of third parties when reversing, to avoid an accident, otherwise the movement is prohibited.
Driving in reverse on a one-way road is permitted. To do this, make sure that there are no foreign objects behind the car. The maneuver should not interfere with the movement of other vehicles, force them to slow down or change the direction of movement, or cross a pedestrian crossing (zebra).
Penalties for incorrect reversing
If an accident occurred, the cause of which was the movement of one of the vehicles in reverse, then the driver whose car was in oncoming traffic in relation to the main stream will be found guilty. The amount of the fine depends on the circumstances under which the accident occurred.
- When the vehicle was reversing on the motorway, then the car owner is entitled to a fine in the amount of at least 2,500 rubles. This measure is regulated by Article 12.11 of the Code of Administrative Offenses.
- When was the movement in reverse along the dividing strip or roadside, then the driver faces a fine of at least 500 rubles, in accordance with clause 9.9 of the SDA.
- Reversing at a pedestrian intersection- a fine of 100 rubles.
Video: reversing at an intersection and the size of the fine.
Signs prohibiting reversing
One of these restrictions is the “no entry” sign, since its location on a certain section of the road means that cars, in principle, cannot enter there. However, this restriction does not apply to route transport.
If the car owner reverses this sign and enters a one-way highway, he may lose his license for a period of 4 to 6 months. Or he will need to pay a fine, the amount of which is not less than 5,000 rubles.
In cities of federal significance, such as Moscow and St. Petersburg, the fine for entering the bus lane will be 3,000 rubles. In other regions, the amount is halved and is no more than 1,500 rubles.
If an entry was made under the "brick", then the driver is entitled to a fine of at least 500 rubles for driving to the adjacent territory. The positive thing is that the owner of a car cannot be prescribed deprivation of rights as an administrative punishment.
Another limiter is the “no traffic” sign, which applies to both lanes. According to the Rules, this sign should not be installed at the entrance to the track. But the punishment for this violation when reversing will be at least 500 rubles.
Some tips to reduce the chance of an accident while reversing
While reversing, the driver of the maneuvering vehicle must carefully assess the situation on the road, and also stop and check the situation if signal sounds are heard. Perhaps there is a threat to crash into someone's vehicle. Similarly, if another driver sees someone else's rearward traffic threatening an accident, a signal should be given. If there is no reaction, then you can try to go around a moving car, but only in forward gear. In the event of an accident, the person who was moving backwards will be considered the culprit.
When reversing a vehicle with a trailer, then you need, first of all, to align the machine and trailer on one line. It is best to look not in the rearview mirror, but in the rear window in order to better control the situation. But if you have a tall trailer, then side mirrors will be required here, and the task becomes more complicated, especially for beginners.
In a situation where you need to let a car leaving the parking lot, you should pay attention not to the car to which you give way, but to the cars located on the sides of yours.
Regardless of the reasons for which you perform the maneuver, the main thing is to do it calmly and slowly, otherwise you can provoke an unforeseen accident. Although the fine for such an action is not too large, but in the event of an accident, it will be you who will be considered guilty.
The design features of almost any mechanical vehicle provide for the possibility of reversing. Such a maneuver, due to the limited visibility, is considered one of the most difficult, and requires maximum concentration from the driver.
There are no signs prohibiting reversing in the Rules of the Road, as well as special road markings, however, requirements have been established that regulate a dangerous maneuver.
When is reversing allowed?
According to paragraph 12 of Section 8 of the Rules, reverse traffic is allowed if the car that is reversing does not interfere with the movement of other vehicles, does not change the order of their maneuvering, and also gives way to pedestrians.
The same paragraph states that, if necessary, the driver of the car must seek help from third parties to adjust the maneuver. Both a passenger and a pedestrian passing by can help: make sure that the car does not hit other people's parked cars or ask the passing vehicles to slow down with a gesture and allow the maneuvering car to enter the road.
NOTE: The use of third party assistance does not relieve the driver of the responsibility for the safety of the manoeuvre. In the event of an accident, the reversing driver will be held responsible.
As for reversing on public roads, this type of vehicle movement is possible only outside intersections and where a U-turn is not prohibited. It should be noted that exits from courtyards and other adjacent territories do not belong to intersections, respectively, in these places you can move in reverse.
NOTE: The traffic rules do not regulate the process of reversing in terms of such parameters as distance and time interval - thus, you can drive for as long as you like and for any distance, provided there are no places on the way that are prohibited for reversing.
The list of places where there is a ban on turning the vehicle (and, therefore, on reversing) is contained in clause 8.11 of the SDA. But this paragraph does not indicate all the places where the U-turn falls into the category of illegal. However, other cases do not affect reversing, i.e. a U-turn is prohibited there, but reversing is not. You should focus only on clause 8.11 of the Rules.
NOTE: Sign 4.1.1 applies to exceptional cases. "Movement straight ahead" and sign 5.5 "One-way traffic". The established criteria for the movement of vehicles prohibit a U-turn on these sections of the road, but reversing is allowed.
Where is it forbidden to drive in reverse
Territory prohibited for making a dangerous maneuver - road intersections and places prohibited for turning, according to clause 8.11:
- On a zebra crossing, within the width of a designated pedestrian overpass.
- At places where public transport stops (for the entire length of the stopping pocket and no closer than 15 meters on each side).
- At railroad crossings.
- On sections of roads where visibility in the oncoming or passing direction is less than 100 meters.
- On overpasses, bridges, in tunnels, on overpasses and under these engineering structures.
It is also forbidden to drive in reverse on motorways and on roads marked with sign 5.3 "Road for cars" (only for buses, cars and motorcycles).
The nuances of reversing on a one-way road
Many motorists have encountered a situation where the inclusion of reverse speed on a one-way road was interpreted by traffic police inspectors as movement in the opposite direction, with all the ensuing consequences.
On this occasion, there are 2 decisions of the Supreme Court, issued by a special Resolution for judges:
If we switch from legal language to universal language, then, according to the first decision, entering a one-way road from an intersection and under a “brick” in reverse or in the usual way is interpreted as movement in the opposite direction and is punished in accordance with the prescribed measure of responsibility.
According to the second decision: reversing is not prohibited if this is due to the need to maneuver. What is meant by “necessity” and who determines it is not specified.
Penalties
- Driving in reverse, from an intersection, under the sign “Entry is prohibited” to a street where one-way traffic is established, is punishable either by deprivation of rights for a period of 4 months to six months, or a fine of 5,000 rubles.
- Driving in reverse on a motorway marked with the corresponding sign - 2,500 rubles.
- Reversing on a dedicated lane (sign 5.3) - 1,500 rubles. In cities of federal significance - Moscow, St. Petersburg - 3000 rubles.
- Reversing under the “No Entry” sign installed in the adjacent territory and violations in the zone of action of the “Movement is prohibited” sign - a fine of 500 rubles.
In general, the procedure for maneuvering using reverse gear is quite simple, but controversial situations arise from time to time, especially regarding the movement "against the grain" on one-way streets. If such a problem arises, the issue can be resolved by filing a claim with the court.
