What is the speed limit for driving through 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. According to Article 46 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", the maximum driving speed shall not exceed 30 kilometers per hour under any of the following circumstances, and for tractors, battery vehicles, and wheeled special machinery vehicles, the speed shall not exceed 15 kilometers per hour: 1. When entering or exiting a non-motorized lane, passing through a railway crossing, sharp curve, narrow road, or narrow bridge; 2. When making a U-turn, turning, or going down a steep slope; 3. When encountering fog, rain, snow, dust, or hail with visibility within 50 meters; 4. When driving on icy or muddy roads; 5. When towing a malfunctioning motor vehicle.
I've been driving for over a decade, and when crossing narrow bridges, speed must absolutely not be too fast. Generally, keeping it between 20 to 30 kilometers per hour is safer. Narrow bridges have limited space, such as two-way single lanes. If the speed is too high, it's easy to fail to stop in time, especially when encountering oncoming vehicles. Once, while crossing a bridge in the mountains at 30 km/h, I felt the car body slightly drift, and the rear wheels almost skidded. Slowing down not only protects yourself but also considers pedestrians and environmental factors, such as aging bridge surfaces or potholes. It's advisable to develop the habit of slowing down and easing off the throttle before reaching the bridge, keeping your eyes on the road ahead and paying attention to traffic signs. You should go even slower in rainy conditions, as wet and slippery roads increase braking distance—a point often overlooked by new drivers. Maintaining a low speed allows for more reaction time, reducing the risk of accidents. In conclusion, based on experience, safety first is far more important than saving time.
