What is the normal speed for cars driving on the highway?
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Generally, the speed of cars driving on the highway should not exceed 120 kilometers per hour. For different types of vehicles and different lanes, there are corresponding speed limits. Below is an introduction to the relevant content: According to Article 11 of the "Highway Traffic Management Regulations of the People's Republic of China": When motor vehicles are driving normally on the highway, the minimum speed should not be less than 50 kilometers per hour. The maximum speed on the highway should not exceed 110 kilometers per hour for small passenger cars; for large passenger cars, freight vehicles, and motorcycles, the maximum speed should not exceed 90 kilometers per hour. However, when encountering speed limit traffic signs or road markings that differ from the above regulations, the speed should comply with the signs or markings. On the highway, the maximum speed for small passenger cars should not exceed 120 kilometers per hour, for other motor vehicles it should not exceed 100 kilometers per hour, and for motorcycles it should not exceed 80 kilometers per hour. For highways with 2 lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 kilometers per hour; for highways with 3 or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the leftmost lane is 110 kilometers per hour, and the minimum speed for the middle lane is 90 kilometers per hour. When the speed indicated by road speed limit signs differs from the above lane speed regulations, the speed should follow the road speed limit signs.
I've been driving on highways for over a decade. The normal speed usually depends on the speed limit, with most sections ranging from 100 to 120 kilometers per hour. I remember some areas have a minimum of 60 and a maximum of 120, but I find maintaining around 110 the most stable – too fast can cause fatigue and waste fuel, while too slow might block others. Safety is crucial; for instance, I drive at 110 on sunny days but slow down to below 80 in heavy traffic or during rain and fog. Lane choice also affects normal speed – it's okay to go faster in the left overtaking lane, but the right lane should be kept under 100. Maintaining a safe distance is key; I often remind new drivers to keep at least a 2-second gap and not tailgate. In short, adjusting speed based on conditions is the most practical approach.
When driving with my family on the highway, I maintain a steady speed between 100 and 110 km/h. The normal range is 100 to 120 km/h, the speed limit, but safety comes first. On rainy days or at night, I slow down to around 90 km/h to reduce the risk of skidding. The kids tend to get carsick easily, so I drive more smoothly and just follow the traffic without unnecessary lane changes when it's busy. I also pay attention to speed limit warnings on the navigation, as there are many speed cameras now, and getting caught speeding means fines. I keep a safe distance, like maintaining at least 50 meters from the car in front when driving at 100 km/h. This way, the ride is comfortable, and everyone enjoys the trip.
