What is the speed limit for a single-lane city road in the same direction?
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For roads with only one motor vehicle lane in the same direction, the maximum speed limit on urban roads is 50 kilometers per hour, while on highways it is 70 kilometers per hour. Below are specific details about speed limits: Roads without a centerline: Motor vehicles must not exceed the speed indicated by speed limit signs or markings. On roads without speed limit signs or markings, motor vehicles must not exceed the maximum driving speed, which is 30 kilometers per hour on urban roads and 40 kilometers per hour on highways. Roads with only one motor vehicle lane in the same direction: The speed limit is 50 kilometers per hour on urban roads and 70 kilometers per hour on highways.
I remember it clearly that the speed limit for a single lane in the same direction within the city is usually 60 kilometers per hour, which is the national standard. I often see the '60' sign on road signs while driving. For example, on main roads in the urban area during the morning rush hour when there are many people and vehicles, I usually maintain a speed of 60. Going any faster increases the risk of accidents, especially during rainy or foggy weather when visibility is low—just a slight lapse in attention can lead to a rear-end collision. New drivers might think 60 is too slow, but safety comes first. There are plenty of speeding tickets to go around, with cameras everywhere ready to deduct points and impose fines in just one go. I recommend checking the specific speed limits for local sections before each trip—areas near schools might have a limit of 40, while suburban areas might allow 70. Adjust your speed flexibly. Anyway, I have a speed limit reminder app installed in my car that automatically alerts me to avoid speeding, making it both worry-free and cost-effective.
