How many points will be deducted for occasionally driving at 160 km/h on the highway?
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If the speed limit is 120 km/h, 6 points will be deducted; if the speed limit is 100 km/h, 12 points will be deducted, and the driver's license may also be revoked. The speed limit usually refers to the specified range of driving speed for a certain length of road, with the main purpose of pre-warning drivers to reasonably control their speed in the subsequent sections of the road ahead and to prevent the dangers of speeding. Here are some precautions for driving on the highway: 1. Drive in the designated lane: Highways have clearly marked lanes, including dedicated lanes for large vehicles, small vehicles, etc. When overtaking, once you occupy a certain lane, return to your own lane promptly after completing the overtaking maneuver, and do not occupy other lanes for a long time. Additionally, emergency lanes should not be occupied for extended periods unless for special reasons. 2. Maintain a safe speed and avoid speeding: The dangers of speeding are well-known, and it can lead to irreversible consequences, whether on local roads or highways. 3. Maintain a safe longitudinal distance between vehicles: Generally, on dry roads with good braking conditions, the distance between vehicles (in meters) should not be less than the speed (in km/h). For example, at 80 km/h, the distance should be no less than 80 meters, and at 100 km/h, no less than 100 meters. Always pay attention to roadside distance markers. In rainy, foggy, snowy, or wet road conditions, the distance should be more than doubled. 4. Pay attention to traffic signs: Always be aware of roadside and overhead signs and markings while driving, and keep to the right appropriately to avoid running over the right lane divider, providing enough lateral distance for overtaking vehicles. 5. Do not arbitrarily occupy the emergency lane in case of a traffic accident: Traffic accidents are inevitable on highways. If other vehicles cause a traffic jam due to an accident, do not occupy the emergency lane arbitrarily, as this may prevent rescue vehicles from performing their duties. 6. Avoid fatigued driving and take timely breaks: Fatigued driving is extremely dangerous on highways. When fatigued, a person's reaction ability decreases, making it difficult to respond correctly to sudden situations.
Last time on the highway, I accidentally sped up to 160 km/h and got caught by a speed camera, resulting in 6 points deducted and a 500 yuan fine. Exceeding the speed limit by 33% falls within the 20-50% range, so penalty points are inevitable—cameras don’t care if it’s just occasional. Driving that fast is indeed thrilling, but the risks are too high, making it easy to lose control or roll over. A friend of mine had an accident under similar circumstances, costing over 10,000 yuan in repairs. I recommend using a navigation app with speed limit alerts to keep your speed under 120 km/h—saves you from losing all your points and having to retake tests, which is a huge hassle.
Driving at 160 km/h on the highway is absolutely a bad idea. The speed limit of 120 km/h is set for safety, and getting 6 penalty points for such excessive speeding is actually lenient—the fine could easily exceed a thousand yuan. With over a decade of driving experience, I've witnessed too many tragedies caused by speeding, such as rear-end collisions or rollovers. Life is more valuable than anything. Even a single offense won't escape punishment—highways are densely monitored by cameras, and getting caught will also spike your insurance premiums. Safe driving is paramount: keep your speed within reasonable limits and avoid lifelong regrets over a moment of recklessness.
