What is the speed limit on the Jiguang Expressway?
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The Jiguang Expressway implements the following speed limit standards: for large and medium-sized buses and trucks, the speed limit is 90 km/h on sunny days and 80 km/h on rainy days; for hazardous material transport vehicles, the speed limit is 80 km/h on sunny days and 70 km/h on rainy days; for small passenger cars, the speed limit is 100 km/h. Important considerations for expressway driving: 1. No arbitrary stopping: Never stop arbitrarily while driving on the expressway. Arbitrary stopping will result in fines and penalty points, and may also cause severe rear-end collisions. In the event of an accident, the vehicle that stopped illegally will bear full responsibility. 2. No forced lane changes: Some drivers, confident in their skills, change lanes abruptly on the expressway. Some even do so without signaling, which is extremely dangerous. 3. No drowsy driving: Drowsy driving is a major concern on expressways. Maintaining the same posture for long periods can easily lead to fatigue. Combined with cold weather and significant temperature differences between inside and outside the car, the warm interior can induce drowsiness. Given the high speeds on expressways, even a momentary lapse in attention can lead to collisions, potentially resulting in severe accidents or fatalities.
The standard speed limit on the Ji-Guang Expressway is 120 kilometers per hour, and I think most sections maintain this speed consistently. I drove on a stretch of it a few days ago, relying on my navigation app for speed limit reminders—going too fast really increases the risk of getting a ticket, as there are many speed cameras, especially in mountainous areas where the limit may drop to around 100. On rainy days, I drive more cautiously, keeping it at 110 for safety, since speeding not only costs points but also fines starting at 200 yuan. Always pay attention to roadside signs, as speed limits can change near service areas. On the Ji-Guang Expressway, I’ve noticed many new drivers miss speed limit signs, particularly in underpasses or tunnels, leading to camera flashes. Installing a real-time navigation app can help avoid these issues.
