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Do You Know The Difference Between Driving At 20Mph And 30Mph?

We have received the following information from eCops which might of interest:

Stopping distances, consequences of hitting a child and fuel consumption are a few things covered in this week’s quiz to test your knowledge of the difference between driving at 20mph and 30mph.

The quiz, the second of its kind, has been created as part of a month-long THINK! speed campaign educating motorists of the consequences of speeding.

We are encouraging motorists to take part in the short quiz to test your knowledge of the difference between driving at 20mph and 30mph. The quiz can be found here: https://www.qzzr.com/c/quiz/248588/know-the-difference-cambridgeshire

If you kill someone while speeding, you will have to live with the long-term emotional consequences. Remember that speed limits are there for a reason.

Motorists are also encouraged to take the following advice:

  • Make sure you leave plenty of time for your journey, taking into account traffic
  • Watch out for changes in the speed limit
  • Drive to suit the conditions and the layout of the road
  • Don’t let peer pressure encourage you to break the law
  • Don’t assume it’s safe to break the speed limit because there is less traffic.
  • Don’t be tempted to put your foot down because the road ahead appears clear

Top Tips from The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)

  • Check your speedometer regularly
  • Know the limits – look for signs
  • Assume lamp posts mean 30mph
  • Speed limits are a maximum
  • 20’s plenty when kids are about
  • Slow down when entering villages

Give yourself time

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