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Britain to Pilot GPS Speed Governors
Rich0 writes "In a new twist on traffic speed enforcement, The Times is reporting that Britain is piloting a new device which will use GPS to actively prevent speeding. The device will initially be offered in conjunction with discounts to the London congestion surcharge." From the article: "A study commissioned by London's transport planners has recommended that motorists who install it should be rewarded with a discount on the congestion charge, which tomorrow rises to £8 a day. The trial Skodas were fitted with a black box containing a digital map identifying the speed limits of every stretch of road in Leeds. A satellite positioning system tracked the cars' locations. "
1. Raise prices
2. Give discounts to people willing to sell out their freedoms
3. ????
4. PROFIT!
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It turns out that most older cars (and trucks) with speed limiters did nasty things to the engine or environment once you get slightly past the limit. Combine that with drivers driving with their foot all the way down and the car will be running at limit most of the time which means the limiter will kick in and out constantly.