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New Speed Limits For 43 Roads |
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From 1 April 2005, the speed limits of the
following 43 roads will be increased. |
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LTA and TP have jointly assessed that raising the
speed limits at these locations will allow motorists to travel at reasonable,
realistic and safe road speeds. However, motorists should continue to exercise
judgment and adjust their speeds. They should slow down if the prevailing
road, traffic and weather conditions require them to do so for their safety
and the safety of other road users. |
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What Factors Determine the New Speed Limits of
the 43 Roads? |
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Road speed limits are reviewed when there are
changes in the road network and traffic patterns. The review effort requires
time and careful planning. The new speed limits of the 43 roads are set after
taking into account the need to balance the safety of all road users and the
efficiency of the road network. |
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During the review, three main factors are
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- The characteristics of the road, such as width, crest,
and sharpness of bends, affect motorists' sight-distance judgment for safe
stopping during an emergency. This helps determine how fast vehicles
should travel;
- The type of road-users at a particular stretch of road.
For example, roads with high pedestrian traffic, particularly the elderly
and children, and roads used regularly by heavy vehicles require lower
limits; and
- The surrounding land use. Road speed limits cannot be
too high for residential areas for safety reasons.
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In addition, accident statistics and public
feedback are also taken into account when reviewing speed limits. |
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Responsibility of Road Users |
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Driving or riding beyond the stipulated speed
limits increases the likelihood of serious injuries in the event of an
accident. Motorists are reminded to drive and ride responsibly for their
safety and the safety of others. |
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The 43 roads are in Annex A. |
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More..... (Annex) |
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Related Articles: |
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New speed limits for 55 roads in southern Singapore from 1 Nov 2005 -
New speed limits for 27 roads in the northeast from 1 Sep 2005 |
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Source:
Land Transport Authority Press Release 28
Mar 2005 |
New speed limits for 43 roads from today
