Is driving at 100 km/h on a highway with an 80 km/h speed limit considered speeding?
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Driving at 100 km/h on a highway with an 80 km/h speed limit is considered speeding. For roads with two lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 km/h; for roads with three or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 110 km/h, and the minimum speed for the middle lane is 90 km/h. If the speed limit indicated by road signs conflicts with the aforementioned lane speed regulations, drivers should adhere to the speed limit indicated by the road signs. On highways, the speed of small passenger vehicles must not exceed 120 km/h, other motor vehicles must not exceed 100 km/h, and motorcycles must not exceed 80 km/h.
After driving for a long time, I know that if the speed limit on the highway is 80 and you drive at 100, you are definitely speeding—20 kilometers over the limit, which calculates to a 25% overspeed. Don’t underestimate this difference. On highways, traffic moves fast, and braking distance increases dramatically when speeding. For example, stopping from 80 km/h might take around 40 meters, but from 100 km/h, it could require nearly 80 meters. In sudden situations, you simply won’t have enough time to react. This isn’t just about breaking traffic rules—penalties can range from a few hundred yuan and 3 demerit points to over a thousand yuan. More importantly, it’s about personal safety. Speeding doubles the risk of accidents, especially in rainy conditions or sharp turns where losing control becomes more likely. I recommend using in-car navigation to remind you of speed limits and making it a habit to avoid risks. Arriving safely is always the best outcome.
