What is the speed when exceeding the 120 km/h limit by 50%?
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Exceeding the 120 km/h speed limit by 50% means driving at 180 km/h. The following explains the dangers of speeding: Impact on vehicle operation: Prolonged speeding can worsen the vehicle's operating conditions and increase the likelihood of failures in systems such as tires, brakes, and steering. Without regular maintenance, it can easily lead to traffic accidents. Increased risk of losing control and overturning during turns: Generally, speeding vehicles are often in the process of changing lanes or overtaking. Each overtaking maneuver creates conflict points with surrounding vehicles, heightening safety risks. Additionally, speeding increases the risk of losing control and overturning during turns.
Last time on the highway, the navigation suddenly alerted me for speeding, so I specifically checked the calculation method. When the speed limit is 120 km/h, exceeding it by 50% means multiplying 120 by 0.5 to get 60 km, then adding the original 120, resulting in an actual speed of 180 km/h. This speed is extremely dangerous on highways—cars become unstable, braking distance doubles, and the airflow from overtaking trucks can flip small vehicles. My friend was caught driving at 170 km/h on the G15 Shenhai Expressway last month, resulting in an immediate 12-point penalty and license revocation. Now, he’s commuting by subway every day.
