What is the general speed limit for driving in urban areas?

[McJayla]

Here are two scenarios regarding speed limits for urban driving: On roads with speed limit signs and markings: Motor vehicles on the road must not exceed the speed indicated by the speed limit signs and markings; The maximum speed for low-speed trucks, tricycles, etc. on the road is 30 kilometers per hour. The maximum speed for freight trucks carrying workers, full trailers, freight trucks transporting hazardous chemicals, etc. on urban roads is 50 kilometers per hour, and the maximum speed on closed motor vehicle-only roads and highways is 60 kilometers per hour. On roads without speed limit signs and markings: The maximum speed on urban roads is 70 kilometers per hour, and the maximum speed on closed motor vehicle-only roads and highways is 80 kilometers per hour; On roads with only one motor vehicle lane in the same direction, the speed limit is 50 kilometers per hour on urban roads and 70 kilometers per hour on highways.

[GabrielRose]

I drive 40 minutes on city roads every day for my commute. Honestly, urban driving speeds really depend on the road section. During morning and evening rush hours, main roads are usually limited to 30-40 km/h, making overtaking difficult. Near schools and hospitals, the speed limit is 30 km/h, and you have to watch out for pedestrians. On elevated roads, you can reach 60 km/h, but intersections are prone to congestion. What I fear most are those electric bikes that suddenly dart out. Once on Jiefang Road, I was driving at 50 km/h and almost hit one—now I always slow down at intersections. My advice: don’t just focus on the dashboard. When road conditions are complex, it’s better to drive slower. Adding a 15-minute buffer to your navigation’s estimated time makes for a safer trip.

[SanRuth]

I’ve only had my driver’s license for half a year, and my palms still sweat when driving in the city. My instructor told me to keep the speed under 30 at intersections, especially near crosswalks. Once on a rainy day, I drove past a bus stop at 40, splashing water on people waiting for the bus, and got glared at for a long time. Now, I mainly drive on urban elevated roads, keeping around 55 to match the flow of traffic, but I often get flashed by cars behind me when changing lanes. On surface roads, I strictly follow the speed limit signs. Even though I get honked at, safety comes first. After all, as a new driver, I’ll take it slow.

[VonMiles]

Five years of delivery experience summarized: 30 km/h speed limit for schools and hospitals, getting caught speeding means a day's work wasted; sticking to around 40 km/h in the morning traffic flow on main roads is smoothest; navigating narrow roads in old urban areas at 25 km/h, yielding to grocery-shopping aunties; evening expressway drives at 60 km/h to meet deadlines. Last week, taking a shortcut through the cultural park at 45 km/h, a sudden speed camera at the corner forced a hard brake, shattering two porcelain pieces in the cargo box. Now, I'd rather take a detour than risk it—safe delivery is true efficiency.

[OAlejandro]

After picking up the kids, I realized that speed really depends on the situation. Passing by an elementary school, I definitely keep it at 20 and drive slowly—kids running around is terrifying. On rainy days in old neighborhoods, extra caution is needed; once at 35, I almost hit a car door that suddenly opened. Now I've developed habits: slowing down 500 meters before hospitals and schools, and keeping under 30 near shopping malls, always ready to brake. Last week, rushing to the hospital for my child's cough, not only did I get a speeding ticket, but a sharp turn at the ER entrance also scared a stroller, truly a case of the gain not worth the pain.

[OMaddox]

Back when I was a young bus driver, every speed limit in the city was etched in my memory. Don't exceed 40 near commercial areas, 35 is safest on ramp roads, and even 25 in school zones kept me on edge. After retirement, I drive my own car even more cautiously, especially in rainy weather when braking distances lengthen. Just before Dragon Boat Festival on Xinhua Road, I was doing 35 when a phone-glued youngster dashed across the zebra crossing - I stomped so hard the ABS kicked in. My advice: don't push the speed limit to its maximum, always leave margin for emergencies. Following rules doesn't guarantee absolute safety.