The NSW Government has unveiled a major update to its Speed Adviser App as part of Rural Road Safety Month.
Speed Adviser is a mobile application which helps motorists to manage their speed and encourages safer behaviours on our roads by giving audible and visual warnings when a vehicle exceeds the speed limit or enters a mobile speed camera zone and when a school zone is active and provides accurate speed zone information across the entire NSW road network.
This new feature, which was soft launched earlier this year, aims to bolster safety at over 1,300 public road level crossings across NSW. The update introduces visual and audio alerts to notify drivers as they approach these level crossings.
“I’m pleased to see the new feature added to the Speed Adviser App. The data is also available on the Transport Open Data Hub which can feed into popular apps such as Apple Maps, Google Maps and Navman,” said Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Jenny Aitchison.
“While it’s a valuable tool for drivers, it’s important to remember it doesn’t replace the need for constant vigilance.
“Level crossing signs, flashing lights, boom gates, and road markings are there for a reason. Drivers, riders, and pedestrians must stay alert and follow the rules to keep themselves and everyone safe.”
Particularly beneficial for motorists in regional NSW – where most level crossings are situated and are a regular part of many people’s commutes – the updated app now provides timely warnings with the message “Caution, rail crossing ahead.”
These alerts encourage drivers to reduce speed and stay vigilant, ensuring they are prepared for these crucial crossings.
Between July 2014 and June 2024, there were 64 collisions between trains and road vehicles at level crossings in NSW, resulting in eight fatalities and nine serious injuries.
Coinciding with its 10th anniversary, the updated Speed Adviser App has been downloaded 120,000 times since its launch a decade ago and remains a vital tool for promoting road safety across NSW.
The Speed Adviser app is available on Apple and Android devices. For more information about the Speed Adviser App, visit https://roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au/speeding/speedadviser/about.html.
