What is the maximum speed allowed on highways?
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According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," the maximum speed allowed on highways is 120 kilometers per hour. The speed standards for highways are as follows: Highways must indicate the speed limit for each lane, and the minimum speed must not be less than 60 kilometers per hour. On highways, small passenger vehicles must not exceed 120 kilometers per hour, other motor vehicles must not exceed 100 kilometers per hour, and motorcycles must not exceed 80 kilometers per hour. For roads with two lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 kilometers per hour. For roads with three or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the leftmost lane is 110 kilometers per hour, and the minimum speed for the middle lane is 90 kilometers per hour. If the speed limit indicated by road signs differs from the above lane speed regulations, drivers must adhere to the speed limit indicated by the road signs. According to the highway penalty provisions of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," if a motor vehicle exceeds the speed limit by up to 10%, a warning will be issued. Exceeding the speed limit by 10% but less than 20% will result in a fine of 50 RMB and 3 penalty points. Exceeding the speed limit by 20% but less than 30% will result in a fine of 50 RMB and 6 penalty points. Exceeding the speed limit by 50% or more will result in a fine of 1,000 RMB, 12 penalty points, and revocation of the driver's license.
Last time I drove on the highway, I specifically checked the traffic regulations. The maximum speed for regular sections of domestic highways is 120 km/h, while special sections like tunnels or sharp bends have speed limits reduced to 80. However, actual limits depend on road signs—some newly built highways are designed for speeds up to 140 km/h. A reminder to everyone: never speed. Last year, my friend was caught driving at 135 km/h on the Shanghai-Kunming Highway, resulting in 6 penalty points and a 2,000 yuan fine. In rainy or foggy conditions, slow down early as tire grip decreases and safe distances should be increased. Finally, a note for electric vehicle drivers: power consumption spikes when exceeding 120 km/h!
