Will I be penalized for driving 105 in a 100 km/h speed limit zone?
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No, you won't be fined as it doesn't exceed 10% of the speed limit. Here are some long-distance driving precautions: 1. Pre-trip inspection: Before your journey, thoroughly check all vehicle components, tires, lights, fluids, wipers, etc. Especially for long highway trips, pay special attention to tire conditions and address any issues immediately, as a blowout on the highway can be extremely dangerous. Take breaks every 2 hours of continuous highway driving to adjust your condition, and let your vehicle rest too - this ensures safety for the next leg of your trip. 2. Speed control: Slow down, observe carefully, and proceed cautiously. While this advice may sound repetitive, it's genuinely life-saving. The saying "Nine out of ten accidents are caused by speeding" holds true. To reduce accident risks and improve survival chances, maintain appropriate (but not excessively slow) speeds according to regulations. Particularly when exiting highways via ramps, consciously reduce speed as many drivers tend to overspeed in these sections. 3. Avoid frequent lane changes: Most highways have three lanes. As a rule, don't occupy the passing lane or slow lane for extended periods - the middle lane is generally safest as it provides more space on both sides. If accidents occur with vehicles on either side or ahead/behind, the middle lane allows more reaction time. Unless necessary, avoid frequent lane changes as they cause many accidents. When overtaking or changing lanes, always signal for at least 3 seconds before maneuvering. 4. Keep distance from large vehicles: Maintain distance from trucks due to their large blind spots and heavy weight. Trucks require longer braking distances and often can't see smaller vehicles in their blind spots, making accidents more likely. In any collision, passenger vehicles typically sustain more damage than trucks. Never drive too close to large trucks, especially avoid driving parallel to them. When encountering trucks, overtake decisively if possible.
