so they dont get stuck paying $400+ for a speeding ticket!!!
2007-04-17 07:39:41
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answered by Anonymous
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Probably because they dont want a ticket? To be on the safe side, they may drive a mile or two below the limit which is just fine. The speed limit is not a final number. You have to take into account the traffic around you, the weather, the time of day, etc etc. Legally, you can go about 10 miles under the speed limit before there is a problem, as long as you arent causing a danger to cars around you.
Technically, one mile over the speed limit can get you a ticket. In some areas, they dont care if you go 5 over, or 10 over, whatever.
2007-04-17 07:49:48
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answered by trainboy765 4
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Probably because in their strange way of thinking they maybe believe that they balance it out with those going over the speeding limit. And maybe they think it'll slow others down (when in reality all it does is piss a lot of people off). What's really irritating are those going well under the speed limit during traditional 'rush hour'...if you have nowhere to be important between the hours of 7-9 and 4-6 stay off the road!! Okay, I will add the disclaimer that this is strictly my opinion, and I'm sure many will disagree...but good lord its so frustrating when you're trying to get to work on time and you're being blocked by someone up ahead putzing along like it's a Sunday afternoon!
2007-04-17 07:46:16
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answered by Sunidaze 7
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A "speed limit" is the maximum allowed on that section of road. The law does not say that you must drive at that speed. It does say you may not exceed that speed.
Road conditions etc are a contributing factor for someone to drive below that limit. Where higher speed limits apply, on motorways for example the vehicle may be subject to a lower speed than the maximum posted.
Strange as it may seem to some people, speed does not equate with time saved.
On motorways driving at the limit (or above) often means you catch up with the traffic jams quicker. How many times have you passed a vehicle that catches you up when sat in the traffic jam. Sometimes you will find that when they do they are in the lane that is moving whilst you are not.
Within an urban setting where several sets of traffic lights are positioned, driving at 25 mph instead of 30 mph can result in never having to stop at a red light, the timing is often set to allow traffic at that speed to make a smooth transition. In those situations the time taken to travel a length of road may actually be less as time is spent in braking and accelerating. There is also less wear an tear on the vehicle and better mpg.
2007-04-17 08:07:56
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answered by fwh 4
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It is my experience with vehicles that not every speedometer is calibrated to the correct levels. I am one of those annoying people who drive just a few miles under the speed limit since I rarely drive my own vehicle. I am not in a financial situation to pay a speeding ticket for going just a few miles over then the speedometer says I am going the right amount.
Keep in mind that the speed limit is the highest speed that you are allowed to drive, not what you should drive. Some drivers may be unfamilar to the area they are driving in or new drivers uncomfortable with driving as fast as they are legally allowed.
Weather can also play a factor in the speeds people drive. I am extremely uncomfortable driving in foul weather and will make a conscious effort to drive at a speed that I feel is safe.
For the record. I am 33 years old. I have only had 1 accident in my life and 1 speeding ticket. Both of which when I was still in my teens. A speeding car is dangerous and we should remember that while driving. I do understand that it is annoying to get behind a slow driver, but better they are comfortable and slow rather then fast and reckless.
Good luck on the highways. Keep it safe out there!
2007-04-17 07:45:04
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answered by Mo 2
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Very often its because they have 11 points on their driving licence and one more point will take the licence away. I know a number of drivers who used to drive over the speed limit and have been done by the police or more likely in the UK speed cameras. Now they always drive under the limit.
2007-04-17 08:42:31
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answered by Graham 4
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Apart from the other excellent answers regarding the law (and the limit being the maximum), how someone drives can be affected by their past experience or mood.
That person driving in front of you just below the limit. How do you know their son/daughter was not killed by a speeding or reckless driver? Maybe they're driving home from the funeral.
The point is, you shouldn't pre-judge people.
It might be easier if you just set of 15 minutes earlier, then you wouldn't be in such a hurry.
2007-04-17 10:24:54
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answered by Anonymous
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The speed limit is not a suggestion, with above by a percentage accepted, but the maximum speed that is safe on a road under ideal conditions. The prima facie speed limit is the safe speed below that maximum when adjusted for condition, for example in rain, snow, ice or fog it would be much less.
2007-04-17 08:35:44
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answered by oklatom 7
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It's not as annoying as someone doing 40 in a 60 zone, then still doing 40 in the following 30 zone - if you are going to speed in a 30, why are you goiung so slow when you are in a national speed limit section?
2007-04-17 07:41:42
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answered by spiegy2000 6
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I totally agree with you...
However, in response to your question a legitimate response might be weather or road conditions. Speed Limit is not final, it's based on things such as the weather, I know I've been pulled over for doing 45 in a 45 because it was down pouring.
2007-04-17 07:39:44
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answered by jay k 6
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A speed limit is intended to be a Maximum and not a m
Minimum.It is peoples right to use their own judgement as to this.But it is always a good norm to maintain a speed as the vehicle/s ahead wherever it it is safe to do so.
2007-04-19 12:46:24
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answered by realdolby 5
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