As UCLA continues to grow and welcome increasing numbers of students, faculty, staff and visitors, campus officials are reinforcing a simple but critical safety measure: all vehicles and personal electric mobility devices must travel at or below 20 miles per hour on campus roads.

The reminder comes as thousands of pedestrians, cyclists, scooter riders, delivery carts, and service vehicles share the university’s pathways each day. With so many road users moving at different speeds, maintaining a consistent, slow travel pace is essential to preventing collisions and ensuring a safe environment for everyone.

The 20‑mph maximum applies to all motor vehicles — including cars, carts and service trucks — as well as bicycles and electric scooters. The policy reflects the unique design of UCLA’s campus, where narrow lanes, frequent crosswalks and high foot‑traffic areas make slower speeds both safer and more practical.

Campus planners note that predictable, reduced speeds help protect pedestrians, support smoother traffic flow, and significantly lower the likelihood and severity of crashes. The university emphasizes that the goal is not punitive; however, speeding may result in citations or other corrective actions when necessary to maintain community safety.

UCLA is also encouraging students, faculty and staff to refresh their knowledge of campus road rules. A short online quiz offers participants a chance to win a $75 gift card while reinforcing safe travel habits.

By adhering to the speed limit and following all traffic laws, the campus community can help ensure that everyone moves through UCLA safely and responsibly.