Will I be fined for driving at 90 km/h on a highway with a minimum speed limit of 100 km/h?
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Driving at 90 km/h on a highway will not result in a fine. The Road Traffic Safety Law stipulates that the minimum speed limit on highways in China should not be lower than 60 km/h. Additional information: 1. According to Article 78 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law": The speed limits for lanes on highways should be clearly marked, with the maximum speed not exceeding 120 km/h and the minimum speed not less than 60 km/h. If there are two lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the left lane is 100 km/h. 2. According to Article 78 of the "Regulations": The minimum speed on highways should not be less than 60 km/h. If there are three or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed for the leftmost lane is 110 km/h, and the minimum speed for the middle lane is 90 km/h. 3. Article 78 of the "Regulations" also states: If the speed limit indicated by road signs is inconsistent with the above lane speed regulations, drivers should follow the speed limit indicated by the road signs.
I think driving at 90 km/h when the minimum speed limit on the highway is 100 km/h is very likely to result in a fine. Traffic regulations set minimum speed limits for safety reasons, and driving too slowly is not allowed. I often drive on highways, and if you drive too slowly, not only can you be fined around 200 yuan if caught by cameras, but it also increases the risk of rear-end collisions or other accidents. Maintaining a reasonable speed is key. I suggest checking the road signs to confirm the specific speed limits—usually, a moderate speed like 110-120 km/h is safer. If your vehicle has issues and can't maintain highway speeds, you should pull over, turn on your hazard lights, and call for assistance instead of risking driving at dangerously low speeds.
Driving at 90 km/h on the highway when the minimum speed limit is 100? That's a bit risky. I've seen slow-moving vehicles cause traffic jams or get fined more than once. Technically, you can be fined because the minimum speed limit is mandatory to prevent congestion or accidents. But in practice, as long as you're not deliberately crawling or obstructing traffic, driving above 95 km/h is generally safe. Remember, safe driving is far more important than saving fuel or being lazy—maintaining a steady speed and keeping a safe distance is the most reliable approach.
