California DMV Permit Test (Class C)Safe Driving PracticesMedium
You are driving on a road with a speed limit of 55 mph. If you are towing a trailer, what is the maximum speed you are legally allowed to drive in California, unless otherwise posted?
- A45 mph
- B50 mph
- C65 mph
- D55 mph
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Correct answer: D. 55 mph
In California, vehicles towing a trailer or another vehicle, or a bus or three-axle truck, are generally restricted to a maximum speed of 55 mph, even if the posted speed limit for other vehicles is higher. This is a specific regulation for these types of vehicles.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. 45 mph is too low for a general maximum when towing, though again, specific conditions might warrant it.
- B. 50 mph is too low for a general maximum when towing, although specific conditions or postings might require it.
- C. 65 mph is for passenger vehicles on certain freeways; it does not apply to vehicles towing trailers.
Towing Speed Limit (CA)
Maximum legal speed for vehicles towing trailers or other vehicles in California.
- Applies to vehicles towing trailers or other vehicles.
- Also applies to buses and three-axle trucks.
- Maximum speed is 55 mph, unless lower is posted.
Memory trick: Towing a load, 55 is the code, don't stray from the road.