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Speed must be moderated and adapted to conditions even when within the limit.
Speed must be moderated and adapted to grip, visibility and traffic, even far below 120 km/h. Staying within the numerical limit does not by itself fulfil the legal duty to use an appropriate speed (Articles 45 and 46). Maintaining 120 km/h in heavy rain cannot be described as always lawful or safe.
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120 km/h is always appropriate because it is the general limit.
There is no need to reduce speed if the lights are on.
Speed must be moderated and adapted to conditions even when within the limit.
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