How much over the speed limit is considered normal in a 60 speed limit zone?

[GarrettLee]

In a 60 speed limit zone, generally exceeding the speed limit by up to 66 is considered normal and will not result in penalty points or other penalties. Below is relevant information about vehicle interval speed measurement: 1. Definition: Interval speed measurement involves setting up two adjacent monitoring points on the same road section. The principle is based on calculating the average speed of the vehicle on that road section by the time it takes to pass the two monitoring points, and determining whether the vehicle has exceeded the speed limit according to the speed standard set for that road section. 2. Working principle: The interval speed measurement system establishes a monitoring and capture system by setting up cameras at road checkpoints to monitor and capture vehicles passing through the monitored area in real-time, obtaining information such as vehicle speed, traffic flow, license plate number, color, approximate physical size, and driver characteristics. This information is then transmitted through a network to the database of the public traffic command center and traffic control sub-center for data storage, query, comparison, and other processing.

[OElijah]

As an ordinary driver with years of experience, I believe that occasionally exceeding the speed limit by 5 to 10 km/h on a 60 km/h road might be quite common, but it should never be considered normal. Even a slight increase in speed significantly raises the risk of accidents, especially when turning or driving in rainy conditions, where tire grip decreases and reaction time shortens, directly threatening both your own and others' safety. I recall data showing that a mere 10% over the speed limit could double the accident rate, which is truly alarming. Therefore, I always make a habit of using cruise control to stay exactly at the speed limit—it saves fuel and keeps me at ease, avoiding the risk of saving just a few minutes. When driving, I also remind myself to check the accuracy of the speedometer, as older cars might display higher readings, meaning the actual speed is faster, making it even more crucial to be wary of the dangers of speeding.

[BryceAnn]

I've driven in various road conditions. In areas with a speed limit of 60, many people unconsciously drive around 65, thinking it's quite normal, but this is purely a matter of habit. In reality, speed cameras might have a tolerance for speeding, such as not fining within 5 to 7 km/h, but don't count on this as permission. Once, my friend was fined for going up to 70 and regretted it deeply. More importantly, at higher speeds, wind noise increases, fuel consumption spikes, and tire wear accelerates on long trips, ultimately not saving any money. I recommend beginners download a GPS speed app to monitor their speed in real time, making it easier to maintain safe limits and not let that small speed difference turn into a big problem.

[OReese]

From the perspective of traffic regulations, no amount of speeding can be considered normal—breaking the law is inherently unsafe. For instance, in a 60 km/h zone, some cities might turn a blind eye to speeds up to 10% over (66 km/h), but enforcement varies by location. I’ve read some legal manuals, and the threshold for speeding fines usually starts at 10-15 km/h over, but this is just to avoid constant enforcement, not to encourage speeding. In practice, driving at 65 km/h might feel smooth, but in sudden situations—like a child darting into the road—the braking distance increases significantly, with potentially dire consequences. So, while driving, I always glance at road signs and the speedometer to maintain the limit, prioritizing safety above all.