Will speeding in a highway section speed monitoring area result in penalty points?
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Speeding in a highway section speed monitoring area will result in penalty points. Below are the highway speed limit regulations: Lane speed limits: The minimum speeds for left, middle, and right lanes are generally 110 km/h for the leftmost lane, 90 km/h for the middle lane, and 60 km/h for the rightmost lane. Violation penalties: Driving below 60 km/h on highways will result in 3 penalty points and a fine. For medium-sized or larger passenger/transport vehicles and hazardous material transport vehicles driving within 20% below the minimum speed limit on highways, no fine or penalty points will be imposed.
I've been driving on highways for over 20 years, and I can confirm that speeding in average speed control zones will definitely result in penalty points – I speak from personal experience. Years ago on the Beijing-Shanghai Expressway, I was in a hurry and didn't notice the 100 km/h speed limit. My average speed ended up exceeding the limit by 15%, and I got caught by the cameras. The system automatically calculates average speed based on the time difference between entry and exit points. I received 3 penalty points and a 200 RMB fine, which I later paid. A word of advice: don't take chances. Speeding not only costs you points but is also dangerous – I once nearly rear-ended another car because I was driving too fast to properly assess road conditions. Nowadays I always use cruise control to maintain speed, strictly obeying limits for safety, peace of mind, and avoiding fines. Most highway accidents are caused by speeding – protecting yourself and your family is what matters most. Developing good driving habits helps you steer clear of trouble.