Vehicle speed limiters

Speed limiters are likely to become an increasingly common feature on vehicles. It is believed that they will assist in reducing carbon emissions and reduce accidents. Intelligent Speed Adaptation uses satelite navigation technology and will automatically reduce a vehicle's acceleration when entering an area subject to a lower speed limit. The system, which could be overriden at the press of a button by the driver, has been tested extensively on roads throughout the UK. It is believed it could significantly reduce accidents. Whilst speeding is a factor in just 7% of accidents in the UK, the ISA system is being welcomed by motoring safety lobbyists and groups.