Driving safety is probably one of the most frequently debated topics. Dependent on the road conditions, motorists run their automobiles at specific speeds. Because of this, there are many divergent views surrounding traffic laws. The restriction of speed restrictions may be the most serious problem drivers face today. Although it is commonly accepted that greater speeds increase the probability of collisions, speedometers do not affect drivers’ views since they are in charge and can choose their speed depending on their beliefs. In addition, speed limiters may have unforeseen safety effects. Lastly, speedometers may exacerbate truck emissions, resulting in pulmonary health issues.
The speed limit depends on the nature of the terrain and the vehicle being driven. While it is true that speed limiters are intended to decrease collisions, this does not indicate that an automobile must maintain the same speed under all circumstances. Sometimes certain frequencies may not be risk-free to travel at. However, vehicles with fewer than eight seats typically do not have speed limitations. Consequently, if these devices are intended to decrease accidents, they should be installed in all vehicles, which is not the case.
In addition, speed limits lead to increased emissions as the net decrease in pollutants is determined on the assumption that traffic flow will not be altered. Pollution will rise if truck speed attenuators exacerbate road congestion or compel other vehicles to make more pace modifications. Car and commercial emissions are significantly related to cancer and cardiovascular disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which decreases lung function and promotes lung cancer (Ramakreshnan et al., 2018). Lastly, speedometers might have unforeseen safety repercussions, as a speed difference between drivers on the roadway can increase contact among automobiles, resulting in risky driving situations. On two-lane highways, speed limiters could heighten safety concerns if cars of any type cannot pass at a safe speed. Accidents are possible as long as a vehicle moves; therefore, drivers would break the established boundaries, resulting in potential collisions.
In conclusion, since traffic administrators establish traffic regulations, they should be able to set speed restrictions suitable for each road. The selection of speed limits should be predicated on statistical information and should strive to support the driver’s estimate of the safest speed for travel. In addition, the speed restriction depends on the topography and the automobile being driven. Therefore, traffic laws should encourage self-compliance, as drivers typically choose their travel pace.
References
Ramakreshnan, L., Aghamohammadi, N., Fong, C. S., Bulgiba, A., Zaki, R. A., Wong, L. P., & Sulaiman, N. M. (2018). Haze and health impacts in ASEAN countries: a systematic review. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 25(3), 2096-2111.