Federal Look at Traffic Laws Challenges Enforcement
A study argues many speed limits are arbitrary and unenforced, prompting drivers to ignore rules. It cites Washington Washington State New York Illinois and Fort Worth as examples where reasonable limits and engineering reduce violations and accidents.
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What's Wrong With This Picture on Speed and Traffic Control
A critique argues many traffic controls are unnecessary and that radar should be used by traffic engineers to set reasonable speed limits. It urges drivers to pressure for rational laws, civic backing for revision programs, and transferring problem-solving from politicians to professional engineers. Burton W. Marsh of AAA supports reasonable laws and enforcement to promote safe driving.
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Here Is Statistic Make One Think
A reader note explains that at 60 miles per hour a driver blinds by oncoming lights and travels 680 feet in seven seconds before vision clears, illustrating the danger of glare and reaction distance.
Winter Ice Dangers Rise As Temperature Rises
The piece explains that stopping distances grow when ice nears thawing, making driving hazards peak on sunny, warming days. It notes northern areas face better traction due to colder temps, while southern edges suffer more thawing cycles. It advises pumping brakes, avoid wheel spin, and gentle starts in appropriate gears.
The Driver's Prayer for Safe Driving and Decency
A reflective plea urging common sense and courtesy in driving. It advocates valuing safety over speed, condemning reckless acts that endanger others and children, and placing conscience above impatience in traffic.
Children Should Be Taught Safety Rules
All Canada Insurance Federation officials say over 15 pedestrians die and 140 injured weekly in Canada, many children. They urge safety lessons at school and home with rules on walking facing traffic at night, watching for turns, not jumping on moving vehicles, crossing at intersections, and using police assisted crossings.
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