What Should You Do If Your Car Exceeds the Speed Limit by 50%?

[VonCooper]

Exceeding the speed limit by more than 50% but less than 70% will result in a fine of 1,000 yuan, 6 demerit points, and possible revocation of the driver's license. Starting from January 1, 2013, small vehicles exceeding the speed limit by 50% will be deducted 12 points at once. For ordinary vehicles outside highways, the penalties for speeding are as follows: exceeding the speed limit by less than 10% will not be penalized temporarily; exceeding the speed limit by more than 10% but less than 20% will result in a fine of 50 yuan and 3 demerit points; exceeding the speed limit by more than 20% but less than 30% will result in a fine of 50 yuan and 6 demerit points. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 30% but less than 50% will result in a fine of 200 yuan and 6 demerit points. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 50% but less than 70% will result in a fine of 1,000 yuan, 12 demerit points, and possible revocation of the driver's license; exceeding the speed limit by more than 70% will result in a fine of 2,000 yuan, 12 demerit points, and possible revocation of the driver's license. On roads with a speed limit below 60 km/h, exceeding the speed limit by less than 50% will result in a warning.

[StStella]

Last week, my friend got heavily fined for speeding 50% over the limit, which really shouldn’t be taken lightly. Once caught by cameras or police, the fine can easily exceed a thousand yuan, plus a possible 12-point deduction in one go, leading to a six-month license suspension. Now, I drive with extra caution—immediately slowing down and pulling over, avoiding arguments or fleeing the scene, as that could worsen the penalty. Later, you’ll have to visit the traffic police station to handle the ticket, and might even need to retake the driving test, not to mention the soaring insurance premiums for a year or two, costing you more every month. Remember, speeding not only hurts your wallet but also endangers others’ safety. I’ve made it a habit to always watch the speedometer, sticking strictly to the limit—40 km/h in urban areas (never exceeding 60) and 120 km/h on highways. Using navigation alerts helps avoid letting侥幸心理 (reckless optimism) cause trouble.

[LaCameron]

Having driven for decades, I must say speeding 50% above the limit is extremely risky. Double the speed means double the braking distance, making it impossible to avoid emergencies. For example, if the speed limit is 60km/h and you drive at 90km/h, the car becomes harder to control, especially in rain or on curves, significantly increasing the chance of accidents. If caught, immediately slow down, stop, and turn on hazard lights. Don’t argue with the police—it’s best to accept the penalty. The consequences include fines over a thousand, losing all your points, and doubling your car insurance premiums. In the long run, to avoid this, pay attention to the speedometer, avoid driving while tired, and don’t follow reckless drivers. I’ve seen too many accident lessons and now often remind my family to drive slowly—safety first.

[LeOlive]

The first reaction after speeding over 50% is to slow down, pull over, and cooperate with the inspection. If caught, the fine can reach 2,000 yuan, and after losing all driving license points, insurance premiums skyrocket, increasing monthly expenses by several hundred. For daily commuters, this burden is too heavy, especially when rushing to work or picking up kids. After dealing with it, reflect on prevention: don’t rush, familiarize yourself with speed limits, and set speed alerts on mobile maps. Usually, I drive with extra margin, following the rules for peace of mind.