Demystifying the Mysterious Traffic Sign: The National Speed Limit

Demystifying the Mysterious Traffic Sign: The National Speed Limit

If you’ve ever driven along a rural road and spotted a white circular sign with a single black diagonal stripe, you’re not alone in feeling a moment of confusion. Unlike signs that clearly state a number, this one feels oddly vague. What does it mean? How fast can you actually go? This is the National Speed Limit sign—and while it may look mysterious, its purpose is straightforward once you understand it.