Speed limit change ahead

Speed limit change ahead

The speed limit changes ahead at the distance shown.

Advance Direction Signs

What should you do?

Begin adjusting your speed so that you are within the new limit when you reach it.

How to recognise it

A black-bordered white rectangle with a red-ringed 60 km/h sign and 500m beneath.

Common confusion

The new limit applies from the actual limit sign, not this advance sign, but plan your braking early.

Explanation written by the My Driving Test editorial team using the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual conventions and the RSA Rules of the Road.

Quick Facts

Category
Advance Direction Signs
Sign Name
Speed limit change ahead
Category Size
26 signs

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