In 2023, traffic accidents on Austrian roads caused costs of 8.65 billion euros. In addition to the high financial costs, the accidents killed 402 people and injured 44,585. The VCÖ is now calling for speed limits as part of a series of accident prevention measures. The readers of the “Krone” sometimes had very different views on these requirements.
No (lower) speed limit
Many readers were upset by the idea of lower speed limits. KroneLeser2538484 And Heza 8 Both believe that lowering the restrictions will have little impact, because motorists who already drive at higher speeds will hardly be affected by lower limits.
Deaths unfortunate
Some users also pointed out that the financial impact of the accidents could potentially boost the economy, but given the human plight involved, this is not an argument against trying to reduce the number of accidents.
Financial considerations
Krone.at user Futurologist has discovered from its own experience that driving slower would not only increase driving safety, but would also be better for your wallet.
Because not the pace?
Some readers of krone.at see the cause of the high number of accidents not in the current speed limits on Austrian roads, but in possible distractions in the car, such as smartphones, or the influence of alcohol or drugs behind the wheel.
What do you think about the demand to lower speed limits for motorists? What other measures can you think of to reduce the number of accidents? Feel free to share your thoughts with us and the other readers in the comments!
Source: Krone
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