Is there a minimum speed limit on urban roads?
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There is no minimum speed limit on urban roads, but there is a maximum speed limit. Expressways and freeways have minimum speed limits. Additional information: The following is an introduction to speed limits on urban roads: 1. Roads without a center line: The speed limit is 30 kilometers per hour for urban roads and 40 kilometers per hour for highways. 2. Roads with only one motor vehicle lane in the same direction: The speed limit is 50 kilometers per hour for urban roads and 70 kilometers per hour for highways. 3. Speed limits under special weather conditions: In case of abnormal weather with visibility less than 50 meters, the maximum speed limit is 30 kilometers per hour. When road conditions are abnormal (such as ice, snow, mud, etc.), the speed should also not exceed 30 kilometers per hour.
I've been driving in the city for over a decade. On urban roads, I mainly pay attention to the maximum speed limit signs. For instance, main roads usually have speed limits of 50 or 60 kilometers per hour. Minimum speed limits? Not very common. Urban environments are highly variable with heavy traffic and pedestrian flow, so setting rigid low speed limits isn't reasonable. In areas like school zones or during congestion, reducing speed below 10 km/h can be necessary for safety without violating regulations. I recommend maintaining around 20 km/h when conditions allow. Driving too slowly might prompt honking from vehicles behind, and police might even issue warnings for obstructing traffic. From my experience, keeping between 20-30 km/h is optimal - it avoids rear-end collision risks, ensures smooth intersection passage, and reduces congestion during rush hours. Always observe road conditions and signage carefully. Occasionally, tunnels or bridge areas may display minimum speed reminders, but these are rare in city centers. Ultimately, rely on your judgment to adjust speed appropriately - the key is not to slow down overall traffic flow.
