A01
Maximum speed
What it means
From this sign you may not drive faster than the number shown. The sign replaces the default speed that would apply without it.
What it requires of you
The sign can lower the speed but cannot raise it above the special maximum for your vehicle. If it shows 100 and you drive a truck, 80 still applies — art. 63b provides that the lowest indicated speed counts.
Where it stands
At the start of the stretch to which the speed applies, and repeated after junctions. For zones the word "zone" appears above it.
How far it applies
Applies until the next junction (after which the sign is repeated), until sign A2 or until a further A1 with a different figure. With a zone sign, until the matching end sign — straight through junctions.
Variants
- A01-15
- A01-30
- A01-50
- A01-60
- A01-70
- A01-80
- A01-90
- A01-100
- A01-120
- A01-130
Who it applies to
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The sign applies to everyone who passes it, but each vehicle also keeps its own special maximum.
Do not confuse it with
- A04
A1 is round with a red rim and binding; A4 is blue and square and is only advisory.
Related signs
Terms
How it sounds in the exam
Je rijdt een vrachtauto en passeert bord A1 met het getal 100. Welke maximumsnelheid geldt voor jou?
You are driving a truck and pass sign A1 showing 100. Which maximum speed applies to you?
The law itself
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