Will driving at 125 km/h on the highway result in penalty points if caught?
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Driving at 125 km/h on the highway does not constitute speeding, and if caught, no penalty points will be deducted. The penalty and point deduction for ordinary vehicles on the highway are as follows: 1. Speeding within 10% of the prescribed speed limit: No penalty for the time being; 2. Vehicles exceeding the prescribed speed limit by more than 10% but less than 20%: A fine of 200 yuan and 3 penalty points; 3. Vehicles exceeding the prescribed speed limit by more than 20% but less than 50%: A fine of 200 yuan and 6 penalty points; 4. Vehicles exceeding the prescribed speed limit by more than 50%: A fine of 2000 yuan and 12 penalty points.
After driving for so many years and frequently traveling on highways, I have some thoughts about being caught speeding. The speed limit on highways is generally 120 kilometers per hour. If you're caught driving at 125, it's considered a minor speeding violation. According to traffic regulations, exceeding the speed limit by less than 10% usually results only in a fine without points deduction or a minor warning. 125 km/h is 5 km/h over 120, which is about 4.17%, within the safe range—likely just a fine of 100-200 yuan without points deduction. However, policies vary by region; some cities enforce stricter penalties, directly deducting 3 points and imposing a fine of several hundred yuan. I recommend handling any ticket promptly to avoid accumulating points, which could affect your driver's license. When driving, using a navigation app with speed alerts can help avoid speeding zones and reduce stress. In short, developing good habits to minimize tickets brings more peace of mind.
