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With the expansion of London’s Ulez scheme and the rolling out of 20mph speed limits across Wales, British drivers could be forgiven for feeling discriminated against. But the war on motorists isn’t limited to UK roads. From Spain to Switzerland, new anti-car measures are being adopted by European governments too, limiting the freedom with which drivers – including holidaymakers – can explore the continent.
The canals of Venice will soon be kitted out with speed cameras in an effort to enforce limits after a spate of serious accidents.
A California bill would require cars to have technology installed to make it impossible for vehicles to go 10 miles per hour over the speed limit.
A pilot project to study the benefits of reduced speed limits in some Winnipeg neighbourhoods is moving on to the next phase.
The council says it will also consider a lower speed limit and weight restrictions to limit damage.