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What could be done to combat speeding on our roads?



There have been many reports of motorists using the lack of traffic on the roads during the Covid19 lockdown to flout the speed limits and now with more traffic back on the roads there is a danger that some may continue to drive at excessive speeds even after things are back to ‘normal’.


Behavioural Science in transportation (understanding the behaviour and motivations of transport users such as motorists and rail commuters etc) is a fascinating subject which plays a big part in the engineering and design of roads and their ‘furniture’ in an attempt to gently persuade drivers to modify their driving behaviour to something more appropriate. 


There are many such psychological tactics in place to combat speeding but could we be doing more? What other engineering solutions could be implemented to stop excessive speeding? How do different countries tackle speeding on their roads? What could we learn from them? 

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  • Yes, I agree, it is advisable to always look well ahead, even as far as possible, and try to anticipate situations.


    A moped is a good way to get round London or any large city. It is nippy enough to keep up with city traffic, but compact enough to pull into the side without obstructing others if you want to check the route. Much the same can be said for a pedal cycle, and I have cycled through Central London on occasions. Eye contact is a must in my opinion, in any vehicle you are using. A moment of eye contact means, "I have seen you; I respect your position and I am sure you respect mine."


    This discussion has become long, unwieldy and off-topic, so I won't be posting to it again. If you have similar ideas, you may wish to consider my new discussion:


    "Innovation in Motor Cars and Social Acceptance"
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  • Yes, I agree, it is advisable to always look well ahead, even as far as possible, and try to anticipate situations.


    A moped is a good way to get round London or any large city. It is nippy enough to keep up with city traffic, but compact enough to pull into the side without obstructing others if you want to check the route. Much the same can be said for a pedal cycle, and I have cycled through Central London on occasions. Eye contact is a must in my opinion, in any vehicle you are using. A moment of eye contact means, "I have seen you; I respect your position and I am sure you respect mine."


    This discussion has become long, unwieldy and off-topic, so I won't be posting to it again. If you have similar ideas, you may wish to consider my new discussion:


    "Innovation in Motor Cars and Social Acceptance"
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