Is there a minimum speed limit on highways?
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On highways, the minimum speed must not be less than 60 kilometers per hour, and the maximum speed must not exceed 120 kilometers per hour. According to Article 78 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," highways should indicate the speed limits for lanes, with the maximum speed not exceeding 120 kilometers per hour and the minimum speed not less than 60 kilometers per hour. More details are as follows: 1. On highways, the maximum speed for small passenger vehicles must not exceed 120 kilometers per hour, while other motor vehicles must not exceed 100 kilometers per hour, and motorcycles must not exceed 80 kilometers per hour. 2. If there are two lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 kilometers per hour; if there are three or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the far-left lane is 110 kilometers per hour, and the minimum speed for the middle lane is 90 kilometers per hour.
There is indeed a minimum speed limit on highways. I often drive on expressways and have personally experienced the importance of this rule. It's mainly for safety considerations—imagine the traffic is moving fast, and if someone drives extremely slowly, say at 40 kilometers per hour, the vehicles behind might not react in time, easily causing rear-end collisions. In China, expressways typically set a minimum speed limit, usually around 60 kilometers per hour, but it's not fixed; it depends on the specific road signs. Driving too slowly may also result in a traffic ticket from the police for violating traffic efficiency regulations. I recommend checking your vehicle's condition before entering the highway to ensure it can maintain speed, and in case of emergencies, pull over and turn on hazard lights. Maintaining a reasonable speed is no small matter—it concerns both your safety and others'. In daily driving, develop the habit of paying attention to road signs and don't be careless.
