What is the minimum speed limit on the highway fast lane?
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The minimum speed limit on the highway fast lane varies depending on different situations: For roads with 2 lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed on the left lane is 100 km/h; For roads with 3 or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed on the far left lane is 110 km/h, while the middle lane has a minimum speed of 90 km/h. Important precautions for highway driving include: 1. Both the driver and front-seat passenger must fasten their seat belts, and the driver should not use mobile phones while driving; 2. Avoid making sudden steering wheel movements at high speeds; 3. Do not change lanes arbitrarily - when needing to change lanes or overtake, turn signals must be activated in advance; 4. Overtaking is only permitted using adjacent lanes, and vehicles must return to the driving lane immediately after overtaking - driving straddling or pressing against lane dividers is prohibited; 5. Reversing, driving against traffic, making U-turns or turns across the central divider, test driving, driving instructional vehicles, as well as overtaking or parking on ramps are all prohibited.
I understand everyone's concern about the rules of the fast lane on highways, so let me talk about the minimum speed. The leftmost lane on the highway is designed for fast overtaking, so you shouldn't drive too slowly. Generally, the minimum speed depends on the local speed limit—if the maximum is 120 kilometers per hour, you should maintain at least 60 to 80 km/h. This rule is mandated by national regulations to prevent slow-moving vehicles from causing congestion or frequent accidents. I've seen cases where drivers were fined 200 yuan and deducted 2 points for driving too slowly—totally not worth it. I recommend paying attention to road signs, especially during holidays when traffic is heavy. Maintaining an appropriate speed is not only safer but also more fuel-efficient. Don’t forget that the speedometer displays kilometers per hour (km/h), so don’t confuse it with 'miles per hour.' Driving on the highway is about finding a dynamic balance. Safety comes first, but efficiency shouldn’t be overlooked either.
