Drivers must concentrate

I agree that a 90kph speed limit on narrow country roads is too high but an 80kph limit on major roads is too low.

Published tuesday 09 July 2019 - 14:40 Last updated tuesday 09 July 2019 - 14:40

Excessive speed is a contributory factor in causing accidents but I believe the majority are due to a lack of concentration, including the use of mobile devices at the wheel, and drivers performing dangerous and reckless manoeuvres.

John Hall, Brittany

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