The SPEED LIMIT on NYC streets
is 25
miles per hour unless otherwise posted.
The dangers of speeding far outweigh the time saved. Choosing to exceed the speed limit or drive
too fast for traffic, road, vehicle, or driver conditions can result in not just a speeding ticket, but in injury or death.
Speed limits are not just guidelines, they save lives.
Important Facts:
- In New York State nearly
30% of traffic fatalities list speeding as a contributing factor.
- Every 10 MPH traveled over 50 MPH doubles the
risk of death if a crash occurs.
- For example, at 80 MPH the chances of dying if involved in a crash are eight times greater than at 50 MPH.
- On a ten mile trip, this increased risk results
in only four minutes of reduced travel time.
Safety Tips
- Know the current speed limit.
- Assess current driving conditions and adjust
your speed to those conditions.
- Under certain conditions, the posted limit may be too fast.
- Allow enough
time to reach your destination. If you are running late, call ahead. Do not rush.
- Check the speedometer.
- Recheck
the speedometer.
- Slow down when being tailgated to encourage the other driver to pass. Don’t speed up.
- Reduce
speed in work and school zones.
Be cautious and alert.