New Mexico Courses
Defensive Driving
Take this course if you received a ticket in New Mexico or were court ordered to take
a driving course.
First Time Driver Course
The First Time Driver Drug and Alcohol Course teaches new drivers basic traffic laws and is proven to reduce the risk of alcohol related crashes amongst teenagers and young adults.
New Mexico Driving References
Get Your New Mexico Driving Record
Find Your Local DMV
Speed
Speed Limits
Everyone who operates a motor vehicle must obey all speed limits. Your vehicle control is affected by the speed at which you drive.
Maximum
15 mph within a school zone, with a posted speed limit
30 mph in business or residential areas, unless posted otherwise
55 mph on public highways, unless posted otherwise
75 mph on rural interstate highways, unless, posted otherwise
Minimum
No one should drive at a speed less than the minimum posted speed limit. If no minimum is posted, drive so that you do not interfere with regular traffic flow. You should travel on the right-hand side of the road when your driving speed is slower than other vehicles. Speed should be adjusted for adverse conditions and for the type of vehicle and to avoid accidents.
