Rules of the Road: Speed and Overtaking

The Keep-Left Rule

Keep well to the left of the road unless overtaking or turning right. Do not hog the middle of the road.

Speed Limits

Unless stated otherwise, the speed limit on all Singapore roads is 50 km/h. Always obey “Reduce Speed Now” signs.

Lane Discipline

• Do not change lanes suddenly; always signal in advance.
• On a three-lane carriageway, the outer (right-hand) lane is only for overtaking and emergency vehicles.

Overtaking

• General Rule: Always overtake on the right.
• Exceptions: You may pass on the left if the driver in front is turning right or in slow-moving traffic queues.
• Prohibitions: Do not overtake at pedestrian crossings, road junctions, corners, or brow of a hill .
• Safety: Never overtake unless you can do so without endangering yourself or others.