What speed should a beginner drive for the first time?

[GemmaFitz]

For first-time drivers, it is recommended to drive at a speed of 20 mph or 40 mph, but this should be determined based on the road speed limits. Pre-departure checks: Before setting off each day, conduct a comprehensive vehicle inspection, including checking for oil or water leaks, measuring tire pressure to ensure it is appropriate, inspecting the engine oil condition to verify its color is normal and the oil level is correct. Safe driving: Use seat belts correctly; in the event of a severe collision, seat belts provide protection no less effective than airbags. Avoid driving while fatigued; take a break every 2 hours. Follow traffic rules: Especially on highways, do not exceed the speed limit. Speeding not only risks penalties from traffic police but, more importantly, compromises safety.

[MakaylaFitz]

I clearly remember my hands and feet trembling the first time I drove after getting my license. At that time, I only dared to drive on the empty roads of the new district, keeping the speed around 30 km/h. Driving so slowly was mainly because I was afraid of not being able to react in time, especially since I wasn’t even proficient with the rearview mirror at first. After driving for half an hour to adapt, I gradually increased the speed to 40 km/h, slowing down immediately at intersections. I highly recommend that beginners choose times with less traffic to go out, and definitely avoid heading straight onto the overpass. In my first week, I only drove within a three-kilometer radius near my home, familiarizing myself with the braking and acceleration before daring to enter the city. Looking back now, the most important thing is mental preparation—don’t be scared by the honking of cars behind you; driving at your own pace is the safest.

[Val]

Last week, I accompanied my friend who just got her driver's license half a year ago for practice. I advised her to first get familiar with throttle response and maintain a steady speed of 40-50 km/h on urban roads. Speeding is definitely not allowed, but driving too slowly is also unsafe - going below 30 km/h actually increases the risk of rear-end collisions. I reminded her to always use turn signals when changing lanes, maintain a two-car distance, and ease off the throttle when seeing yellow lights. I particularly emphasized reducing speed during rain - when we encountered heavy rain with slippery roads, I had her immediately slow down to 30 km/h with hazard lights on. Beginners shouldn't imitate experienced drivers trying to beat yellow lights - nine out of ten accidents are caused by speeding. It's best to practice with automatic transmission cars, as manual transmissions can easily lead to confusion for new drivers.

[MacRosalie]

During the driving test (Subject 3), the instructor repeatedly emphasized speed control, recommending beginners maintain a golden speed of 40 km/h. This ensures you won't be caught speeding by traffic cameras while avoiding obstructing traffic by going too slow. Key points to observe: school zones have a 30 km/h limit, always slow down before entering tunnels, and never exceed 40 km/h when taking curves. In actual driving, monitoring your surroundings proves more practical than staring at the speedometer—ease off the accelerator if vehicles are within 100 meters ahead, reduce speed by 10 km/h for turns, and halve your speed in rain or fog. If you lose speed control, avoid slamming the brakes; instead, use gentle taps and downshift. For your first month of driving, allow extra time—prioritize safety over speed.

[MacMiles]

Yesterday my colleague's brand-new car scraped against the guardrail just because he accelerated to 60 km/h right after hitting the road. Beginners should never follow this example. I recommend phased speed increases: spend the first three days practicing reversing at 30 km/h only within the residential area; maintain 40 km/h on urban roads during the first week; try 60 km/h only after one month. Remember to lower the in-car music volume – tire noise provides crucial speed feedback. Follow the three-second rule when tailing another car – count three seconds after the leading vehicle passes a landmark before reaching the same spot. Special reminder for night driving beginners: use low beams and don't exceed 40 km/h, as poor visibility cuts reaction time by half. Mount phone holders on the left side to avoid distraction from looking down at navigation.