Each state has a vehicle code, which is the collection of laws that govern the use of motor vehicles in that state. Some states make it easier than others to find specific laws, but each state’s vehicle code covers a wide range of violations including speeding violations, red light violations, and other ticketable offenses. So […]
Traffic Tickets: Politicians & Double Standards
By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist It was a small incident but it revealed something interesting. Not just the hypocrisy of Those Who Rule Us when it comes to the issue of “speeding” — and much else besides. But more deeply, we are afforded a glimpse into the unconscious sense of privilege and entitlement that operates […]
Realistic Speed Limits Reduce Road Rage
In a recent article in The Detroit News, there was an interesting real-life example of how speed limits that are set too low can lead to an increase in dangerous, aggressive driving: [Michigan State Police First Lt. Thad] Peterson said major contributors to aggressive driving include: speed limits that are too low for the road; […]
Economy Car Catch 22
By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist One thing that’s interesting but unnoticed by most is that economy car performance (fuel efficiency wise) was stronger 15-20 years ago. In the ’80s, for example, there were several models getting 40-plus MPG. I think there may be one (or possibly two) current models that do as well (non-hybrids). Most […]
Speed Limits: Slower Does Not Mean Safer
As we’ve noted many times in the past, speed limits are the most safe when they are set using the 85th percentile speed. Numerous studies have shown that the 85th percentile is the safest possible level at which to set a speed limit, but the excerpt below (from a booklet released by the Michigan State […]
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