What are the maximum and minimum speed limits for two-lane highways?
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On a two-lane highway, the minimum speed is 60 kilometers per hour, and the maximum speed is 120 kilometers per hour. The following are the speed limit regulations for highways: 1. Lane speed limits: The corresponding speeds for the left, middle, and right lanes are generally as follows—the minimum speed for the leftmost lane is 110 kilometers per hour, the minimum speed for the middle lane is 90 kilometers per hour, and the minimum speed for the rightmost lane is 60 kilometers per hour. 2. Violations: Driving a motor vehicle on a highway at a speed below 60 kilometers per hour will result in a 3-point deduction and a fine. For medium-sized or larger passenger or cargo vehicles and vehicles transporting hazardous materials, driving on a highway at a speed less than 20% below the minimum speed limit will not incur a fine or point deduction.
When driving on the highway with two lanes, I often use the left passing lane. The maximum speed limit is 120 kilometers per hour, but don't exceed 130 km/h to avoid speeding tickets. The minimum speed should not be below 100 km/h, as driving too slowly can block faster cars behind. The right lane is more relaxed, with a maximum of 100 km/h and a minimum of 60 km/h for safety. Driving below 50 km/h significantly increases the risk of rear-end collisions. In rainy or foggy conditions, I reduce speed to 70 km/h but stay in the right lane to avoid dangerous lane changes. For long highway drives, using cruise control at around 100 km/h balances safety and time efficiency, allowing timely braking in case of accidents.
