Why These Signs Are Green ? A New Habit for Drivers to Adopt

These green-edged speed limit signs are popping up on the roads and many drivers don't know what they mean

Some road signs are known to all drivers. This is the case for speed limit signs which are so important for road safety. We see them everywhere because they indicate on each road the speed not to exceed in order not to break the law and risk a fine of up to 1,500 euros. These round signs have a white background and are bordered in red. Inside, the number in black is the one that indicates to the driver the maximum speed at which he is allowed to drive: 50km/h, 80km/h, 110km/h, 130km/h…

According to the Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals, adopted in 1968, speed limit signs must have red borders to be easily recognizable and uniform in different countries. So there are no nasty surprises if you are planning to drive in Spain, Germany or Italy during the holidays, even if the speed limits are specific to each country. It is therefore better to know them before taking to the road, otherwise it is important to trust these panels.

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However, for some time now, new speed limit signs have been popping up on the sides of the roads. Only one difference exists with those we are used to seeing: the edges are green. Why are they no longer red? Daniel ShenSmith, lawyer and Youtuber, explains on his channel which has more than 13,000 subscribers, that many British motorists recently asked him the question. The answer is that they are 'advisory' panels, ' know that they indicate the recommended speed and not the authorized one. "I can't find anything in the law that says a sign & green border is enforceable, confides the lawyer. A red, circular border is required for the speed limit to apply."

He adds that these new green-edged panels are often installed next to each other. side normal speed limit signs. So they are there. to encourage the driver à do not press too much on the accelerator pedal, which explains why they are most often implanted at the rear of the accelerator pedal. proximity schools or in residential areas. Motorists are not taking any risks à exceed the indicated speed but they must have sufficient speed. mind that they are circulating in a place where many children can have fun. A rather intelligent way of doing prevention that could one day cross the Channel.