Is driving at 130 km/h in a 120 km/h speed limit zone considered a traffic violation?
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On highways, the speed limit for passenger cars is 120 km/h, and driving at 130 km/h exceeds the speed limit. However, driving at 130 km/h in a 120 km/h zone is considered speeding within 10% of the limit, which typically results in a warning rather than a penalty. Below are the hazards of speeding in vehicles: 1. Increased vehicle wear: High-speed operation intensifies the workload and stress on the vehicle, accelerating the wear and tear of components. This is particularly detrimental to the tires, causing not only jumping and skidding wear but also raising the friction temperature, which can lead to rapid aging and deformation of the tires, increasing the risk of blowouts. 2. Disruption of normal traffic flow: Speeding inevitably leads to frequent overtaking, oncoming traffic, and emergency maneuvers, increasing the driver's psychological stress and interfering with the normal flow of traffic. If the driver lacks quick reflexes, they may be unable to react promptly to sudden dangers, potentially losing control of the vehicle.
As a seasoned long-distance driver, I really want to remind everyone: driving at 130 km/h in a 120 km/h speed zone is definitely a violation. Last year, I learned this the hard way when I was caught by a mobile speed camera on the G4 Expressway. My speedometer showed 128 km/h, but the ticket stated 132 km/h. The traffic police explained that there's usually a discrepancy between the displayed speed and the actual speed. For safety reasons, car manufacturers typically calibrate the speedometer to show 3-5 km/h higher than the actual speed, meaning you might be speeding if your actual speed exceeds 122 km/h. I got 3 penalty points and a 200-yuan fine, with the most troublesome part being the half-day wasted dealing with the violation. During long drives, it's easy to think that going slightly over the limit is no big deal, but electronic cameras and average speed checks are extremely sensitive, especially at tunnel entrances and bridges where you're most likely to get caught.
A few days ago, I just helped a friend check a similar traffic violation. Driving at 130 km/h on a highway with a 120 km/h speed limit will result in a 3-point deduction and a 200 yuan fine. Currently, traffic police enforce a tiered penalty standard: no penalty for speeding within 10%, but penalties apply for exceeding 10%. A quick calculation shows that 10% of 120 km/h is 12 km, making 132 km/h the penalty threshold, right? However, in actual driving, many factors can lead to stricter penalties. When the car dashboard shows 130 km/h, the actual speed might be around 127 km/h, and speed measurement devices can have a 2% error. Additionally, radar waves can produce compounded errors when encountering metal guardrails. I recommend setting the cruise control to no more than 125 km/h for optimal safety without compromising travel efficiency.
