Is the Left Lane the Fast Lane?

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JamesLynn
09/05/25 4:01am
In the leftmost lane of the road is the fast lane, which can be used for overtaking and is also called the overtaking lane. Below is an introduction to the fast lane: 1. Introduction to the fast lane: The fast lane is one of the highway discipline terms, referring to the lane designated for vehicles to travel at higher speeds. It is usually marked with road signs or ground markings on highways, first-class roads, urban expressways, or major urban roads. China's driving habits and traffic regulations default to the "left fast, right slow" principle. 2. Speed regulations: On highways, the maximum speed for 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. If there are two lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 km/h; if there are three or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the leftmost 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 differs from the above lane speed regulations, the speed indicated by the road signs shall be followed.
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StCameron
09/17/25 4:33am
As a veteran truck driver with 15 years of experience, let me share some insights about highway driving. The left lane is indeed the overtaking lane, also known as the fast lane, but this 'fast' comes with conditions. On a three-lane highway, the minimum speed limit for the leftmost lane is 110 km/h, 100 km/h for the middle lane, and 90 km/h for the right lane. However, you shouldn't hog the left lane continuously; after overtaking, you should return to the middle lane. Some inexperienced drivers don't understand this rule and crawl slowly in the leftmost lane, causing a line of cars to pile up behind them, which easily triggers road rage or rear-end collisions. Extra caution is needed during rainy or foggy weather, as the left lane drains quickly but accumulates more water, making it prone to skidding at high speeds. My advice is to avoid the left lane unless overtaking, ensuring both safety and efficiency.
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