Minister Uraloğlu Announces New Regulations for Pedestrian Crossings

New Era in Road Traffic: Speed Limits and Crossings to Be Revised

Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu has revealed upcoming changes in traffic regulations, especially regarding speed limits and pedestrian crossings on highways. According to the announcement, temporary speed reductions caused by road markings—particularly near pedestrian crossings—will be lifted by the end of the year.

As part of this new traffic regulation initiative, unnecessary at-grade pedestrian crossings outside urban areas will be canceled. In areas where pedestrian crossings are placed too close to one another, many of them will be closed and replaced with overpasses or underpasses.

The goal is to improve traffic flow without compromising pedestrian safety. Minister Uraloğlu emphasized that in many locations, drivers are forced to reduce their speed to 50 km/h due to pedestrian crossings. He explained that standardizing practices between different provinces is also a key part of the plan: “We’ve made certain adjustments and will implement decisions taken by local traffic commissions to address discrepancies between cities. We’re entering a new era in road traffic.”

What to Expect by Year-End

The project aims to complete updates on key routes by the end of the year. Once implemented, the changes are expected to reduce unnecessary delays on intercity roads and improve overall road safety through better infrastructure, such as pedestrian bridges and tunnels.

These updates are part of a broader move to align Turkey’s road traffic system with current global standards, minimizing disruptions while enhancing both driver and pedestrian experience.