> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.carexplore.com.au/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # WA Drivers Prepare for 40km Speed Limits - URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/wa-drivers-prepare-for-40km-h-speed-limits/ - Published: 2025-06-17T00:33:11.000Z - Updated: 2025-06-18T01:26:08.000Z - Description: WA may cut speed limits on 1,800+ roads in 2025 as part of a major road safety trial targeting high-risk regional areas. - Author: Dylan Anderson - Tags: Car News, Western Australia [Western Australia](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/western-australia/) is considering a landmark speed limit trial that could reduce limits on 550 roads across the South West. The Safer Speeds Trial, developed by the Shire of Augusta Margaret River in partnership with RAC, aims to determine whether lower speed limits can reduce the state's rising road toll. [WA Bold Move For Drivers at RoadworksWA urges drivers to slow down for road workers. New calls for big tech to update roadwork alerts to highlight worker safety.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2620.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/WA-Road-Workers-12.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/wa-bold-move-for-drivers-at-roadworks/) ## Key Speed Reduction Proposals If approved, the trial will cover: - **550 roads in Augusta Margaret River** Speed limit reductions proposed include: - **Rural sealed roads (currently 80–110km/h):** reduced to 70–80km/h - **Urban major roads:** reduced to 50–60km/h - **Residential roads in peri-urban areas:** reduced to 60km/h - **Town centres and residential streets:** reduced to 40km/h where currently signed at 40–50km/h Implementation could begin as early as mid-2025. ## Why the Trial Is Being Considered From 2019 to 2023: - **59 people** were killed or seriously injured in Augusta Margaret River Supporters argue slower speeds reduce both crash frequency and severity. Public submissions closed in November 2024, with council decisions expected later this year. ## Road Safety Efforts in WA WA remains the only Australian state with a default 110km/h speed limit. Regional areas account for more than 60% of WA road deaths. Safety initiatives include: - **$1B+** invested since 2020 through the Regional Road Safety Program (10,000km of road upgrades) - **$552M** RAC & WALGA proposal to upgrade 8,200km of country roads - **$276M** commitment from WA Nationals (if elected) - **$20M** expansion of the state safety program (WA Labor) - **$1.38B** WA Government and WALGA infrastructure agreement (2023) [WA Rolls Out New Speed CamerasWA rolls out AI-powered cameras from Jan 26 to detect drivers using phones or not wearing seatbelts, with fines starting in April 2025.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2621.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/WA-New-Speed-Cameras-AI-4.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/wa-rolls-out-new-speed-cameras/) ## New Multi-Offence Safety Cameras Active WA recently rolled out multi-offence cameras detecting: - Speeding - Mobile phone use - Seatbelt offences These AI-powered cameras are active with warnings being issued. Enforcement will begin in April 2025. ## Government Response The WA Government and Main Roads WA support the trial in principle. Any speed limit changes must be: - **Practical** - **Enforceable** - **Backed by data** Challenges include enforcement in remote areas and roads with light traffic. The Road Safety Council will evaluate funding once the trial is approved, and a wider review of default speed limits is underway. --- **Disclaimer:** *This article is for general information only. For the latest updates, refer to local council or WA Government websites.* --- [WA’s Major Road Changes ComingMajor road changes planned for Fremantle ahead of the 2026 Traffic Bridge closure to reduce congestion and improve transport flow.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2622.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/WA-Road-Closures-9.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/was-major-road-changes-coming/) [WA’s New Smart Freeway Now LivePerth’s new Smart Freeway goes live on December 22, using real-time data to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance road safety.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2623.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/Smart-Freeway-WA-4.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/was-new-smart-freeway-now-live/)