Is Speeding Illegal?
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Speeding is an illegal act. The following is relevant information about speeding: 1. Definition of speeding: Speeding refers to a driver operating a vehicle at a speed that exceeds the limits set by laws and regulations. 2. Introduction to illegal speeding: Motor vehicle speeding typically includes speeding on highways and on roads outside of highways. From the perspective of safe driving behavior, exceeding the legally set maximum speed or the speed limit indicated by traffic signs, or failing to reduce speed when required by law, all constitute illegal speeding. Penalties are imposed in accordance with Article 86 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China".
Speeding is absolutely illegal, and I've seen plenty of examples firsthand. Last year, a friend of mine was caught by a speed camera for going 20 km/h over the limit on the highway—he was fined 500 yuan and had points deducted from his license. Later, his insurance premium doubled, which was a huge loss. The key point is that it’s not just about breaking traffic rules; it’s also extremely dangerous—the faster you go, the harder it is to control the car, especially in rainy conditions or on curves. A slight nudge could easily lead to an accident. I remember one night when I was in a hurry and slightly exceeded the speed limit—I nearly hit a pedestrian who suddenly darted out. Just thinking about it still gives me chills. So, don’t take chances. Make it a habit to check speed limit signs while driving, use navigation alerts to remind yourself, and prioritize safety—it also saves money. Don’t wait until an accident happens to regret it. We all need to consider others' safety.
