What is the maximum speed for driving a motor vehicle through narrow roads and narrow bridges?
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Driving a motor vehicle through narrow roads and narrow bridges must not exceed a maximum speed of 30 kilometers per hour. Navigating narrow roads is a challenge for many drivers, especially for novices and some female drivers who lack experience. A slight lapse in attention can lead to scratches or getting stuck. Article 46 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law" states: When a motor vehicle enters or exits a non-motorized lane, passes through a railway crossing, sharp curves, narrow roads, or narrow bridges, the maximum speed must not exceed 30 kilometers per hour.
Having driven for over a decade, I'm most familiar with narrow roads and bridges. According to traffic regulations, the speed limit in such areas is strictly 30 km/h—exceeding it guarantees fines and penalty points. Honestly, even 30 feels fast; without guardrails on narrow bridges, a slight steering wheel wobble at higher speeds can spell trouble. When encountering oncoming traffic, slowing down to 30 km/h ensures stable passing. The changing gradients on bridge approaches also make 30 km/h the sweet spot for control—any faster, and braking becomes unreliable. Rain or snow? Forget exceeding 30 km/h; traction plummets. Better to crawl safely than risk a skid.
Back when I was doing freight transport, narrow bridges and tight roads were the biggest headache. The rule was no more than 30 km/h, but from experience, I'd say don't fixate on the speedometer when crossing narrow bridges—20-25 km/h is safest. Some old bridges have poor load-bearing capacity, and high speeds cause vibrations that damage the structure. On tight roads, you also need to watch out for branches and stone piers on either side—going too fast and scraping against them can cost thousands in repairs. Driving at 30 km/h during the day is manageable, but at night, you should drop to 20 km/h and be extra cautious about blind spots where pedestrians might be missed. By the way, some navigation apps now automatically warn about speed limits on narrow roads, and updating road conditions is really helpful.
