Are motorway matrix limits binding?

[blindswelledrat]

As per the question really. Could I get points for remaining at 70 despite matrixes (matrices?) reading 50?

[dougc]

The ones on the Western section of the M25 aren't. They're backed up by Gatsos (well, some of them are)

[7db]

If it's got a red ring, it's mandatory. Otherwise advisory.

[blindswelledrat]

Ah, good.
Thanks all.

[DPX]

Red flashers on the matrix signals are also mandatory .

[Zod]

there is of course the chance of a driving without due care charge if you ignore them in circumstances where it would be appropriate to obey them.

(that said, 99% of the time, the matrix signs appear to display completely random information, such as "end" where there has been no prior restriction or "fog" on a clear sunny day or, most commonly a 50 limit on a clear, nearly empty motorway.)

[Davevx220]

dont ignore the lane divert or red cross...as I might be standing in the lane your aiming at.

Saying that the small wickets signs in central res...dont ignore them either.... there is usually a problem or a problem just cleared...again it may be me standing there.

[smeggy]

Speed limits on displayed matrix signs (without the red roundels) are advisory; however you can expect absolutely no leniency if you are caught exceeding the speed limit while these signs are indicating (lower) advisory speeds. I have that on good authority.

[anonymous-user]

No, but don't moan if you hit the debris/obstruction at 100ish instead of 50

Edited by anonymous-user on Wednesday 5th September 22:34

Edited by anonymous-user on Wednesday 5th September 22:35

[7db]

Of course if there's debris it'll be showing 20 instead of the "please slow down a bit there's something we don't quite get" 50.

Wheres Vaux?

[PeteG]

Davevx220 said:

dont ignore the lane divert or red cross...as I might be standing in the lane your aiming at.

Saying that the small wickets signs in central res...dont ignore them either.... there is usually a problem or a problem just cleared...again it may be me standing there.

Stop playing in the traffic, and they won't have to use the gantries...

[Vaux]

7db said:

Of course if there's debris it'll be showing 20 instead of the "please slow down a bit there's something we don't quite get" 50.

Wheres Vaux?

Gosh. No one's ever asked for me on a forum before. I've gone over all giddy.....
Your bog standard report of debris will get a 50. If the motorway's got VMS signs it'll mention debris.

[7db]

Ah - always around when you need him. Thanks mate!