Drivers warned of new 'speed limiters' being installed in cars from summer

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The new initiative aims to keep tabs on motorists by slowing down vehicles when they are driving too fast.

Drivers have been warned that from this summer, they could be faced with 'mandatory' speed limiters on vehicles designed to prevent them from going too fast.

Birmingham Live reports that new European Union and Northern Ireland rules mean cars sold in the UK will be required to have ISA fitted - no matter where the car was made. Dr David Hynd, chief scientist at Transport Research Laboratory, said: “It stops me getting speeding fines. It saves me money on my fuel bill, which is always very welcome. But, best of all, it provides an extra set of eyes, which I find particularly helpful when I’m navigating new places, or the roads are busy.

Top Trending Stories Today Mike Hawes, president of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders , said: “Some manufacturers have already been offering these technologies to consumers ahead of any regulations, including Intelligent Speed Assistance, and will continue to do so across the UK.

 

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