What is the speed limit for driving across a narrow bridge?
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When a motor vehicle passes through a railway crossing, sharp curve, narrow road, or narrow bridge, the maximum driving speed shall not exceed 30 km/h. Below is relevant information: 1. Speed: When driving on the road, motor vehicles shall not exceed the maximum speed indicated by speed limit signs. On road sections without speed limit signs, a safe speed should be maintained. Driving speed should be reduced when driving at night, on dangerous road sections, or under weather conditions such as sandstorms, hail, rain, snow, fog, or icy roads. 2. Slow down: When passing through an intersection, motor vehicles shall proceed according to traffic signals, signs, markings, or the direction of traffic police; when passing through an intersection without traffic signals, signs, markings, or traffic police direction, they should slow down and yield to pedestrians and vehicles with the right of way.
I've been driving a taxi for over a decade and often encounter narrow bridges, like those single-lane bridges on rural roads. Speed must absolutely be kept low—I usually reduce it to 20-30 km/h. At higher speeds, it's harder to control the direction, and if a car suddenly appears from the opposite side, it's easy to collide or get squeezed together. I remember one time when a passenger urged me to speed up because they were in a hurry, and I ended up scraping the railing on the bridge, costing hundreds in repairs. So now, I insist on going slow—I roll down the window to listen for any oncoming vehicles and check the mirrors to observe my surroundings. Safety is far more important than saving a few seconds. Additionally, during foggy or rainy conditions, I slow down even further to under 15 km/h to prevent skidding. I recommend everyone develop this habit and avoid taking unnecessary risks.
I just got my driver's license, and my instructor emphasized narrow bridge driving during training. It's best not to exceed 30 km/h—too dangerous! I tried it a few times myself; driving too fast caused the front of the car to sway, making it hard to stay straight. Narrow bridges usually have speed limit signs, like 20 to 40 km/h, but I choose the lowest limit for safety. Also, slow down and shift gears before crossing the bridge—don’t rush to accelerate. I’ve noticed beginners tend to nervously press the gas, but driving slowly actually makes it easier to navigate. If it’s dark and the bridge surface isn’t clear, crawl at a snail’s pace. In short, the rule is simple: slow down and stay safe.
