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According to U.S. News and World Report, when the federal speed limit of 55 miles per hour was taken away, rates of car accidents increased - noticably.
During a 10-year study period that lasted from 1995 to 2005, researchers recorded a total of 12,545 deaths and 36,582 injuries, which they correlate to the allowed higher speed limits.
Because of the exponential numbers, some researchers are calling for reduced speed limits - back to the old maximum of 55 miles per hour - and cameras on expressways to help reduce speeding.
Other experts in the field say that with the new technology in car safety, like seat belts and airbags, a federal limit of 55 might be too slow. Some believe that 65 miles per hour would be a safe speed, and that the excessive accidents, deaths and injuries don’t occur until speeds above 70 miles per hour are reached.
For more information, view the full article from U.S. News and World Report.
