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by throwaway0a5e 1441 days ago
I predict that the politicians will, after much grumbling by the public, have the speed limits raised to reflect the speeds people actually want to drive. And then we'll have to endure a bunch of breathless hand wringing and concern feigning about how "it will be a bloodbath" from the usual suspects.
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LanceH 1441 days ago
You have too much faith. My predicted path is they can get the cars to report on themselves or each other and automate the fines.
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SoftTalker 1441 days ago
That's already happening with insurance. Some insurers are offering "safe driving discounts" if you install their app, which tracks your speed. If you exceed a speed limit, you lose the discount for that month. It's your problem to remember to disable it if someone else is driving.
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throwaway0a5e 1441 days ago
That would represent a transfer of power away from police and courts.

Do the politicians really want to fight that fight for a few bucks when they can just tax us?

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