What is the maximum speed for a sharp turn?
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Motor vehicles should not exceed 30 kilometers per hour when making sharp turns. Below is an introduction to speed-related information: 1. Maximum speed test: The maximum speed refers to the highest driving speed a vehicle can achieve under windless conditions on a level, good-quality asphalt or concrete road surface. According to Chinese regulations, the last 500 meters of a 1.6-kilometer test section are used as the maximum speed test area, with four round trips conducted, and the average value is taken. 2. Limited maximum speed: The maximum speed differs from the theoretical maximum speed (which refers to the best performance the engine can achieve under optimal conditions, limited to theory). For some high-performance vehicles, manufacturers often limit the maximum speed through technical means (such as electronic speed limit functions) to protect the engine or comply with traffic regulations.
There's no fixed speed limit for sharp turns—it really depends on the actual conditions. Having driven for over a decade, mostly on mountain roads, I've noticed that if you take a sharp turn too fast, the car can easily lose control. I remember once going downhill around a wide curve at just over 40km/h when the tires started skidding, nearly hitting the guardrail. So now, I always recommend keeping it under 30km/h on dry roads, and reducing to 20km/h when it's rainy or icy for better stability. The key is to slow down early, signal in advance, and focus on the exit point rather than slamming the brakes mid-turn. Also, consider your vehicle type: SUVs, with their higher center of gravity, are more prone to rollovers than sedans, so they should go even slower. Safety first—taking turns a bit slower each time saves you repair costs and accident risks.
