UK Drivers Sticking To Speed Limits

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UK Drivers Sticking To Speed Limits

August 22, 2012

New figures suggest that the number of drivers sticking to the speed limit is growing.

The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has revealed that the number of motorists breaking speed limits has fallen significantly.

According to the figures the number of drivers breaking the 30mph speed limit has fallen to 46% in 2010. This is a drop of 23% from 1998.

In addition to this the number of motorists exceeding the 70mph motorway speed limit fell by 8% between 2003 and 2010.

Commenting on the report, Rob Gifford, Executive Director for PACTS said:

"This report brings together a number of data sources that help us to understand what is happening in the real world on our roads. Research shows a proven link between speed choice and crash involvement. If we can encourage drivers to drive within the speed limit, through both educational and enforcement-led interventions, we can continue to make our roads safer."

The report went on to show that the number of speeding offences have declined significantly in recent years. This could indicate a drop in the number of accidents and the number of claims on car insurance as a result.

Source: http://www.pacts.org.uk/articles-and-press-releases.php?id=38