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Speed and Speed Limits
The National Motorists Association Australia Inc. takes the view that motorists should drive or ride at an appropriate speed for the conditions. The safety of the motorist and other road users should be taken into account when determining the speed. Those who do not drive at an appropriate speed for the conditions should face interventions to develop their skills or improve their attitude.

However we do not believe in harsh punishment for 'speeding' drivers who are driving at a reasonable and prudent speed which exceeds a speed limit as a result of the limit being unreasonably low. This only results in a profit for the government and a waste of police resources which could be used to improve safety.

Common sense enforcement is desirable. However, because technology which discourages this is used increasingly, speed limits need to be set at the 85th percentile to minimize the problem. This will help address the current "revenue raising" problem.

The issue of speed limits is both simple and complicated. Please read some of our articles on the topic if you are unfamiliar with the concept of the 85th percentile but value safety.

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