Motorway Speed Limits Restored to 120 km/h After Fuel Crisis Eases
The National Highways and Motorway Police have restored the previous speed limits on all motorways and national highways, ending temporary restrictions that were put in place to conserve fuel.
Effective immediately, the speed limit for cars and light transport vehicles (LTVs) on motorways is back to 120 km/h. For passenger buses and heavy transport vehicles, the limit has been restored to 110 km/h. Previous speed limits on national highways have also been reinstated.
The restrictions were introduced in March 2026 as a fuel-saving strategy during a period of soaring global oil prices, which saw motorway speeds for cars cut to 100 km/h. Authorities have advised drivers to adhere to the restored limits, warning that enforcement against speeding will continue.
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Updated: 5:16 PM PKT — June 21, 2026
A Motorway Police spokesperson confirmed the restoration of the previous speed limits, stating that the temporary reduction had been implemented due to “specific circumstances and safety concerns.” With the situation now back to normal, authorities have urged drivers to ensure they adhere to the restored limits, control their speed, and use seatbelts to ensure a safe journey.
Updated: 12:55 AM PKT — June 21, 2026
A spokesperson for the Motorway Police has re-confirmed the restoration of previous speed limits on all motorways and national highways. The temporary reduction was enacted due to ‘specific circumstances and safety concerns,’ in addition to being a fuel-saving measure. With the situation now considered normal, the limits of 120 km/h for cars and 110 km/h for heavy vehicles and buses are once again in effect. Authorities have urged drivers to adhere strictly to the restored limits.
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Nawai Waqt
موٹرویز اور قومی شاہراہوں پر عارضی طور پر کم کی گئی حدِ رفتار بحال کرنے کا فیصلہ
ترجمان موٹروے پولیس کے مطابق موٹرویز پر کاروں کے لیے حدِ رفتار دوبارہ 120 کلو میٹر فی گھنٹہ مقرر کر دی گئی ہے، جبکہ بھاری گاڑیوں اور مسافر بسوں کے لیے حدِ رفتار 110 کلومیٹر فی گھنٹہ بحال کر دی گئی ہے۔
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Pakistan Observer
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