What is the minimum speed limit on highways?
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Highways have designated speed limits for each lane, with the maximum speed not exceeding 120 km/h and the minimum speed not lower than 60 km/h. For roads with 2 lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 km/h; for roads with 3 or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the leftmost lane is 110 km/h, and the minimum speed for the middle lane is 90 km/h. Many highways have lane-specific speed limits, with different lanes having different speed requirements. The reference standards are as follows: For small passenger vehicles, the maximum speed should not exceed 120 km/h; for other motor vehicles, it should not exceed 100 km/h; for motorcycles, it should not exceed 80 km/h. The minimum speed should not be lower than 60 km/h. For roads with 2 lanes in the same direction, the left lane is the fast lane with a minimum speed of 100 km/h; for roads with 3 or more lanes in the same direction, the leftmost lane has a minimum speed of 110 km/h, and the middle lane has a minimum speed of 90 km/h. Vehicles traveling at speeds above 60 km/h but below 90 km/h should use the rightmost lane. If the speed limit indicated by road signs differs from the lane-specific speed limits mentioned above, drivers should follow the speed limit indicated by the road signs.
I've always believed that drivers should know not to drive too slowly on highways. The minimum speed is generally 60 km/h, and some open sections may require 80 km/h. Driving below 50 km/h is dangerous—not only will you be fined 200 yuan and have 3 points deducted by traffic police, but it also easily causes rear-end collisions. Once, during heavy traffic, I was driving at 55 km/h and got honked at aggressively. Since then, I always keep an eye on speed limit signs and maintain around 80 km/h for stability. Safety comes first—the minimum speed ensures smooth traffic flow, so don’t drive at a snail’s pace just to save fuel. If your car breaks down, immediately turn on the hazard lights and pull over, waiting for help without moving around. Highway rules protect everyone, so remind your friends who are new to driving to practice good speed control habits.