How many points will be deducted for driving at 70 km/h in a 60 km/h speed limit zone?
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If the current highway speed limit is 60 km/h and the actual speed reaches 70 km/h, no points will be deducted. According to the new traffic regulations implemented on April 1, 2022, speeding within 20% of the prescribed speed limit does not result in point deductions. The calculation formula is: (70-60)/60×100% = 10/60×100% ≈ 16.7%, which means the speeding rate is 16.7%, so no points will be deducted. Point deduction standards after the new traffic regulations implemented on April 1, 2022: Speeding within 10% of the prescribed speed limit: warning, no fine or point deduction; Speeding between 10% and 20% of the prescribed speed limit: a fine of 200 yuan, no point deduction; Speeding between 20% and 50% of the prescribed speed limit: a fine of 200 yuan, 6 points deducted if on highways or urban expressways, and 3 points deducted on ordinary roads; Speeding over 50% of the prescribed speed limit: 12 points deducted if on highways or urban expressways, and 6 points deducted on ordinary roads. Hazards of speeding: Increased reaction distance: When a vehicle is traveling at 60 km/h, it generally takes 0.7 to 1.0 seconds for a person to realize danger and apply the brakes, with a reaction distance of about 17 meters (free travel distance); when traveling at 120 km/h, the reaction distance increases to about 39 meters (free travel distance), doubling the distance. Increased vehicle wear: High-speed operation increases the workload and stress on the vehicle, accelerating wear and damage to components. This is particularly detrimental to the tires, causing not only jumping and sliding wear but also raising friction temperatures, making the tires prone to aging and deformation, leading to blowout accidents. Disruption of normal traffic flow: Speeding inevitably leads to frequent overtaking, meeting, and emergency handling, increasing the driver's psychological stress and interfering with other normal traffic flows. If the driver's adaptability is weak, they may be unable to react to sudden dangers, losing control of the vehicle. Decreased reaction ability: At high speeds, the driver's focus tends to be farther away, narrowing the field of vision. Objects outside the window pass by quickly, and it takes about 0.4 seconds to sense a target and 1 second on average to clearly see an object. In case of danger, there may not be enough time to judge and take emergency measures. Extended braking distance: As speed increases, the vehicle's braking performance decreases, the friction coefficient drops, and the braking distance lengthens, making it harder to stop the vehicle in time. Additionally, higher speeds increase vehicle vibration and jolting, affecting safe driving. Increased accident severity: The kinetic energy of a moving object is proportional to its mass and the square of its speed. Experiments show that when a vehicle hits a concrete wall at 60 km/h, the impact is equivalent to falling from a height of 14 meters (5 stories). If the impact occurs at 100 km/h, it is equivalent to falling from 39 meters (13 stories), with very severe consequences.
After driving for so many years, I've had a few speeding incidents, like going 70 in a 60 km/h zone. In China, minor speeding like this typically results in a 3-point deduction. The speed difference is only 10 km/h, which may seem small, but the risks are significant—the faster you go, the longer the braking distance, and the chance of an accident increases sharply. Last time I was on a business trip and slightly exceeded the speed limit on the highway, I got caught, resulting in both points deducted and a 200-yuan fine. I recommend keeping an eye on the dashboard or using a navigation app with a speeding alert—it helps build better habits. Especially in urban areas with heavy traffic, staying under 60 km/h is safer. Otherwise, if something happens, the whole family will worry. Remember, losing points is a small price to pay—safety is what truly matters.
