Revision question · Rules of the road

What's the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a dual carriageway?

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30 mph

50 mph

60 mph

70 mph

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Make sure that you know the speed limit for the road that you're on. The speed limit on a dual carriageway or motorway is 70 mph for cars and motorcycles, unless signs indicate otherwise. The speed limits for different types of vehicle are listed in The Highway Code.

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National limits for cars and cars towing trailersReviewed guidance summary · Apply the current table separately to ordinary cars and cars towing trailers.

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