How many points are deducted for speeding by 40%?
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Speeding by 40% results in a deduction of 6 points. Driving medium-sized or larger passenger or cargo vehicles, school buses, or hazardous material transport vehicles on roads other than highways or urban expressways, or driving other motor vehicles at a speed exceeding the prescribed limit by more than 20% but less than 50%, will result in a one-time deduction of 6 points. Below are precautions for highway driving: 1. Control your driving speed: As is well known, highways have good road surfaces, leading many to speed, which is detrimental to driving safety. Higher speeds increase centrifugal braking distance and reduce vehicle handling stability. Additionally, excessive speed shortens the driver's visibility distance and increases the likelihood of misjudgment. Therefore, controlling driving speed is the primary condition for ensuring highway driving safety. 2. Avoid driving too slowly: China's highways stipulate a minimum speed of no less than 60km/h under normal driving conditions. Driving too slowly can, on one hand, affect following vehicles in the same lane, preventing the highway from realizing its intended speed and efficiency advantages; on the other hand, it can easily cause traffic congestion or disorderly driving conditions with consecutive overtaking by following vehicles. 3. Avoid following too closely: A safe following distance should vary according to driving speed, weather, and road conditions. The faster the speed, the greater the following distance should be, especially in snowy, rainy, foggy, or icy conditions where the distance should be doubled.
I remember that time on the highway when I wasn’t paying attention and ended up going 40% over the speed limit. The result? A direct deduction of 6 points on my license plus a fine of 1,500 yuan—what a huge loss! Many people think speeding is no big deal, but the actual risk doubles. The safe distance shortens, the braking distance lengthens, and if an accident happens, it’s no joke. Even an experienced driver like me, with over a decade behind the wheel, has learned the hard way. I’d advise young drivers to always use navigation alerts and keep an eye on the speedometer. Following the rules not only saves points but, more importantly, saves lives. It’s best to stay relaxed while driving and not let emotions take control. Highways require extra attention—lots of cars, high speeds, and it’s easy to go over the limit with just a slight lapse in focus. I’ve also heard that some areas have particularly sensitive cameras that can catch you for just 5% over the limit, so playing by the rules is always the safest bet. Safe driving starts with controlling your right foot!
