Does 'S' stand for provincial highway?
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S stands for provincial highway, while G represents national highway. Below is a partial introduction to road numbering: 1. China's roads are mainly classified into three administrative levels: national highways (including national trunk highways), provincial highways, and county highways. They are identified by the first letters of the Chinese pinyin for 'national', 'provincial', and 'county' - G, S, and X respectively, followed by numbers to form their numbering. 2. The highway route number consists of a one-digit highway management level code and a three-digit number. 3. Provincial highways are numbered sequentially within each province, autonomous region, or municipality according to radial lines from the provincial capital (or autonomous region capital), north-south vertical lines, and east-west horizontal lines.
Yes, roads starting with 'S' are usually provincial highways, which is a common naming system in China. Having driven quite a bit, I've learned that 'S' stands for provincial-level roads, distinguishing them from national highways marked with 'G'. This is particularly useful for daily navigation, such as planning long-distance trips where choosing provincial highways might be more convenient due to better road maintenance and reasonable speed limits. I've also noticed that new drivers often get confused. In reality, 'S' roads connect cities within the province, reducing the risk of traffic jams. Checking them on mobile maps before departure can save time and effort. I recommend taking some time to learn these road codes to make driving much smoother.
