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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 - noticeably.
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.
