The state's peak motoring body has joined nearly 2000 Queenslanders in calling for higher speed limits on major roads and highways.

More than 3300 motorists made submissions to the state government regarding its Road Safety Action Plan.

The RACQ has called for higher speed limits on major roads and highways.

Fifty-two per cent wanted the green light to drive faster in their local area.

Only 32 per cent wanted speed limits on certain roads reduced, while the remaining respondents aired their grievances about inconsistent speed limits on single roads.