Here's hoping they don't do this. Many states have 65, 70, 75, and even
80 mph limits in them. A push back to federally mandated 55 mph is just
a way to boost speeding ticket revenue.
In fact, much of the data they're using on fuel efficiency is based on
older data. Many engines attain their best fuel efficiency at well
above that figure. I know many German engines are optimized for roughly
110-120 km/h.
-Mike
Scott Hudnall wrote:
I just saw an article on CNN today that an influential Senator wants to lower
US speed limits again to conserve fuel. If this passes we will need to change a
lot of highway signs. As long as we're changing the signs, why not just set it
at 90 km/h or 100 km/h? Does the USMA have any contact with Senator Warner or
within the Energy Department? Can the Energy Department influence
Transportation Department policy?
The article is posted at
http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/07/03/warner.speed.limit.ap/index.html
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Scott Hudnall
