Is driving at 80 in a 70 speed limit zone on the highway considered speeding?
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Driving at 80 in a 70 speed limit zone on the highway is considered speeding. According to the speeding calculation formula, the speeding ratio exceeds 10%. For this speeding behavior, 3 points will be deducted and a fine will be imposed. Drive in the designated lane: Highway lanes are clearly marked, with dedicated lanes for large vehicles, small vehicles, etc. When overtaking, once you occupy a certain lane, you should promptly return to your corresponding lane after completing the overtaking, and do not occupy other lanes for a long time. In addition, emergency lanes should not be occupied for a long time without special reasons. Maintain longitudinal distance between vehicles: Under normal circumstances, when the road surface is dry and the brakes are in good condition, the distance between vehicles (m) should not be less than the speed (km/h). For example, when the speed is 80km/h, the distance should not be less than 80m; when the speed is 100km/h, the distance should not be less than 100m. Always pay attention to the roadside distance signs. In rainy, foggy, snowy, or wet road conditions, the distance between vehicles should be more than doubled. Pay attention to traffic signs: While driving, always pay attention to the roadside and overhead signs and markings, and drive appropriately to the right to avoid running over the right lane dividing line, so as to provide sufficient lateral distance for overtaking vehicles behind.
When I used to drive long-haul trucks, I often took the highway. Driving at 80 km/h when the speed limit was 70 km/h was definitely speeding. You see, 80 divided by 70 is about 14% over the limit, and this speed difference is quite dangerous on the highway—it increases braking distance and makes rear-end collisions more likely in sudden turns or if the car ahead slows down. I remember one rainy day when I was speeding by 10 km/h, my vehicle almost lost control—a lesson I’ll never forget. Nowadays, traffic rules are strict: speeding between 10% and 20% results in a 200-yuan fine and 3 penalty points, and it might even affect your insurance. I recommend using cruise control or a GPS speed monitor on your phone to develop the habit of not rushing for that little bit of time. Safety comes first on the highway—speeding might seem minor, but it can lead to major consequences that aren’t worth it.
