What are the speed regulations for vehicles passing through intersections?

[GageMarie]

When passing through traffic lights or pedestrian crossings, there is no specific speed limit, but the speed must not exceed the posted limit for that road. If the traffic light is located at a road intersection or a turn, the speed should not exceed 30 mph. Generally, the speed should be between 30 and 60 mph. Things to know when passing through traffic light intersections: Reduce speed in advance when approaching the intersection, then observe carefully and pass through at a relatively low speed while ensuring safety. The driving speed of motor vehicles should comply with Article 45 of the Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law, which states that motor vehicles must not exceed the speed indicated by speed limit signs or markings on the road. On roads without speed limit signs or markings, motor vehicles must not exceed the following maximum speeds: For roads without a centerline, the speed limit is 30 kilometers per hour in urban areas and 40 kilometers per hour on highways. For roads with only one motor vehicle lane in the same direction, the speed limit is 50 kilometers per hour in urban areas and 70 kilometers per hour on highways. Article 29 of the Urban Traffic Rules: When motor vehicles pass through intersections, they should reduce speed at a distance of 30 to 50 meters and indicate the direction of travel with turn signals. At night, high beams should be switched to low beams or dipped headlights.

[GabriellaLynn]

When I was learning to drive, my instructor told me to slow down at intersections, generally keeping the speed under 30km/h to avoid speeding, and to watch out for pedestrians and vehicles to prevent accidents. As a novice driver, I practice driving slowly, maintaining speed even when waiting for the traffic light to turn green to avoid running a red light or rear-ending someone. Intersections have large blind spots, and high speeds make it hard to react in time—last year, I almost hit an electric scooter. Now, I’ve developed the habit of slowing down 200 meters in advance, prioritizing safety and driving with more peace of mind. Traffic laws emphasize slowing down, and while specific speed limits may vary by location, the principle remains the same: reducing speed lowers the risk of fines and protects others.

[McRuth]

Having driven for over a decade, I never dare to go fast at intersections, keeping the speed between 30-50km/h depending on the situation. Experience tells me these are accident hotspots where higher speeds easily lead to incidents. Once, I regretted speeding and getting fined. Now, I always slow down in advance to prepare for stopping, even when passing through a green light at around 30km/h, paying attention to signals and pedestrian movements to ensure a safe view and reduce accidents. Speed reduction regulations protect everyone, and the core is to drive slowly without rushing.

[McSophie]

When picking up and dropping off my child every day, I never exceed 30km/h at intersections, worrying that a child might suddenly run out or a bicycle might run a red light. The regulations require slowing down and driving cautiously, with safety as the top priority. My practical experience is to stop at red lights, slow down at yellow lights, and proceed slowly at green lights, maintaining 30km/h to be able to stop at any time and reduce risks. Developing this habit makes driving easier.