Speed ​​limit: should we expect a new reduction on January 1, 2025 ?

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Speed ​​regulations on French roads continue to evolve: after several reductions in speed limits in 2024, particularly on the Paris ring road (which dropped to 50 km/h at the beginning of October) and certain motorways near major cities (110 km/h instead of 130), the trend towards reducing maximum authorised speeds seems to be continuing.

70 km/h on national and departmental roads

Indeed, according to our colleagues atAuto Plus, the government would consider generalizing the 70 km/h limit on certain national and departmental roads, particularly in areas with high environmental value or densely populatedThis measure would aim to preserve local ecosystems and reduce pollution in these sensitive regions. In urban areas, the experiment of 30 km/h zones in several large cities such as Paris, Grenoble and Lille could also be extended to other urban areas, or even generalized to all city centers in France.

To reduce speed-related accidents, a major technological change is also expected with the introduction of smart speed limiters on all vehicles, while they have already been mandatory on new vehicles since July 2024. These devices are able to read traffic signs and can automatically adjust the vehicle's speed to stay within the limits.

These developments are giving rise to lively debates: while the authorities are putting forward road safety, reducing CO2 emissions and improving the quality of urban life, many motorists are expressing their discontent and fearing a loss of time and productivity. The year 2025 is therefore shaping up to be a pivotal period for drivers to adapt to these new regulations, which are reshaping the French road landscape over the years.

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