What do GSXY represent as road numbering codes?

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MacHazel
07/29/25 5:40am
GSXY respectively represent the road numbering codes for National Highway (G), Provincial Highway (S), County Road (X), and Township Road (Y). Here are the detailed explanations: National Highway (G): The letter 'G' stands for National Highway, referring to major trunk roads with national political, economic significance as well as international and national defense importance. National Highways begin with an uppercase 'G' followed by three digits. If the first digit is '1', it indicates a radial National Highway centered around Beijing; if the first digit is '2', it represents a north-south oriented National Highway; if the first digit is '3', it denotes an east-west oriented National Highway. Provincial Highway (S): The letter 'S' stands for Provincial Highway, indicating trunk roads with provincial political, economic, and national defense significance. Provincial Highways begin with an uppercase 'S' followed by three digits. If the first digit is '1', it represents a radial Provincial Highway starting from the provincial capital; if the first digit is '2', it indicates a north-south oriented Provincial Highway; if the first digit is '3', it denotes an east-west oriented Provincial Highway. County Road (X): The letter 'X' stands for County Road, referring to roads with county (or county-level city) political and economic significance. County Roads are composed of three digits. Township Road (Y): The letter 'Y' stands for Township Road, referring to rural roads with a width of approximately 3 meters. Township Roads are composed of three digits.
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Adams
08/12/25 9:13am
After driving for so many years, I often see road signs marked with G, S, X, and Y. These actually represent different classifications of road numbering. G stands for national highways, connecting major cities across the country. They are wide with heavy traffic, providing a smooth ride but consuming more fuel on long-distance drives. S represents provincial roads, linking towns within a province, with many curves requiring careful speed control. X indicates county roads, running between county towns and rural areas, often narrow and bumpy, leading to faster tire wear, so regular checks are necessary. Y refers to rural roads, mostly dirt paths in the countryside, prone to slipping in rainy weather. As an experienced driver, I believe it's essential to check your vehicle's condition before driving on different roads. For example, prolonged driving on national highways may affect tire pressure, while bumpy rural roads can damage the chassis, directly impacting the car's lifespan and safe driving. Regular maintenance of tires and shock absorbers is crucial—don't overlook these small details to keep your car running smoothly.
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