Is the speed limit for trucks on highways 80 or 90 km/h?
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Truck speed limits are capped at 80 km/h, with a minimum speed not lower than 60 km/h. Below are the legal bases for truck speed limits: Highway speed regulations: Highways must indicate the driving speed for each lane. The maximum speed must not exceed 120 km/h, and the minimum speed must not be lower than 60 km/h. 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. Speed regulations for different lanes: For roads with two lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 km/h. For roads with 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.
I often drive heavy trucks for long distances on highways, where the speed limit for trucks is generally 80 kilometers per hour, not 90. This is mainly for safety reasons, as trucks are heavy and have long braking distances. If driven above 90 km/h, they are more likely to lose control and overturn in emergency situations. In bad weather, the speed must be further reduced. For example, when the road is wet on rainy days, the speed limit should be lowered to below 60 km/h; otherwise, the risk of skidding is high. Additionally, speed cameras on highways are very dense, and even a slight overspeed can be caught, resulting in a 200 yuan fine and 6 penalty points. I've seen too many drivers get into accidents due to speeding, so I recommend everyone develop the habit of regularly checking speed limit signs. In-car navigation can also remind you of the real-time speed limit on the current road section. For long-distance driving, setting the cruise control at 75-80 km/h is both fuel-efficient and smooth.
