Speed

Speed is a major road safety issue in New Zealand today so no matter how skilled a driver you are, speeding puts you and other road users at risk.

Regardless of the cause of the crash, speed is what will most likely determine whether anyone is killed, seriously injured, or walks away unharmed from that crash.

Changes in traffic, road and weather conditions can increase risk, so adjusting speeds accordingly will help keep all road users safe, meaning that everyone can get to where they’re going safely whether they’re walking, cycling, driving, motorcycling or using public transport.

For people who are walking or biking, a reduction in vehicle speed from 50km/h to 30km/h translates to a 90 percent chance of surviving the crash. This reduction in speed is particularly important around schools and early childhood centres.
 
Resources
NZTA Waka Kotahi - Speed and road safety