What is the maximum speed limit when driving downhill?
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When driving downhill on steep slopes, turning, or making U-turns, the maximum speed should not exceed 30 kilometers per hour. Here are more relevant details: 1. Regarding uphill driving: When parking on an uphill slope, apply the brakes slightly later than on flat roads. This is because the vehicle's speed naturally decreases due to slope resistance when driving uphill, resulting in a shorter braking distance compared to flat roads. Therefore, braking should be slightly delayed compared to flat road conditions. 2. Normal driving: During regular driving, the service brake (foot brake) is typically used to slow down or stop while moving forward. Once the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the parking brake (handbrake) should be applied to prevent the vehicle from rolling forward or backward.