Is driving at 104 in a 100 speed limit considered speeding?

[VonHailey]

Driving at 104 in a 100 speed limit is considered speeding. Here are the relevant details: 1. Speeding refers to the act of driving a vehicle at a speed that exceeds the legal or regulatory speed limit; 2. When driving on the road, motor vehicles must not exceed the maximum speed indicated by speed limit signs. On roads without speed limit signs, drivers should maintain a safe speed. Driving speed should be reduced when driving at night, in hazardous sections, or under adverse weather conditions such as sandstorms, hail, rain, snow, fog, or icy roads; 3. Motor vehicles must not exceed the speed indicated by speed limit signs or markings on the road.

[Dale]

Driving at 104 km/h in a 100 km/h speed limit zone is generally considered speeding, as the speed limit is the maximum allowed speed—exceeding it is a violation. Based on my years of driving experience, most speed enforcement devices or traffic police have a small tolerance margin, usually within 10%. A speed of 104 km/h is only 4 km/h over the limit, which may fall within this margin and go unpunished, especially since speedometer readings on highways often show slightly higher than actual speed. However, safety should never be compromised—speeding increases braking distance and accident risks. I recommend developing the habit of staying within the speed limit to avoid fines and ensure road safety. Always pay attention to road conditions and weather, as even minor speeding can accumulate and lead to problems.

[VonLukas]

I've been commuting by car for over a decade, and I believe driving at 104 on a road with a 100 speed limit is indeed speeding, but whether you get caught in reality depends on luck. Speed limits are set to be obeyed; if you exceed them even slightly, you're taking a risk. For example, I often see that urban surveillance cameras have an error buffer, only flashing and fining when you exceed 105, but you can't rely on that. My advice is to glance at the dashboard while driving to ensure it's close to 100, not exceeding it. Safety-wise, an extra 4 kilometers per hour might sound minor, but it increases the braking distance during an emergency stop, making it more dangerous if a pedestrian or animal suddenly dashes out from the roadside. Driving isn't a game; you need to take responsibility for yourself and others. Maintaining an accurate speed is better for everyone. Don't develop bad habits just because you haven't been caught.

[ClaireMarie]

From a safe driving perspective, driving at 104 km/h on a 100 km/h speed-limited road is absolutely considered speeding. I drive very cautiously and understand that even the slightest excess speed increases risk. Speed limits are based on road design and safety testing—exceeding them by even 4 km/h can affect control. In practice, speedometers may have slight inaccuracies; for example, showing 104 km/h when the actual speed might only be 101 km/h, making it less likely to be penalized. But this is no excuse. My stance is to focus on maintaining speed within the 100 km/h limit, using cruise control or monitoring the speedometer closely. Safety comes first—don’t obsess over minor time savings, compliance is more important. Additional insight: Roads are full of unexpected hazards—higher speeds slow reaction times and raise the likelihood of potential accidents.

[LeJosiah]

I believe driving at 104 on a road with a 100 speed limit is speeding, but there's a technical explanation. Vehicle speedometers usually have a slight margin of error, with actual speed being about 3%-5% lower than displayed. So at 104, your true speed might be around 101. However, traffic enforcement only considers speed gun readings - if you're clocked at 104, you could get a ticket. My experience says don't take risks; posted limits should be followed. For safety, precise speed control matters as speeding reduces braking effectiveness and stability. I always remind myself not to make small mistakes when driving, as roads are full of variables.