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Originally Posted by Delta Flyer
Do you realize my 5-speed Insight on level ground can go to 65mph and get 65mpg? That would probably limit HCHs and Prius' to 50mph, etc.....
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The last few days coming to work (flat roads 50
mph) I've been doing 60 MPG in my new HCH (3.9 L/100km). I got it 2 weeks ago and haven't put any gas so far (still on my first tank) so I don't have it in my signature yet.
On the speed limit discussion:
Most speed limits posted are fair and reasonable. They are decided based on scientific data that I am not qualified to question. It would really make sense to find a way to enforce the limits at all times on all roads, there is technology available.
The government should start by forcing "risk" drivers to install a GPS black box on their cars that would monitor their driving.
A lot of speeders conveniently would see it as an invasion of privacy. To satisfy them, the black-box could be introduced with an insurance premium reduction or traffic fines amnisty incentive.