Washington Enforces Speed-Limiting Tech for Suspended Drivers After Fatal Crash

Driving behavior and regulation are under increased scrutiny in the UK and US to enhance road safety. Experts stress the importance of adapting driving speed to road and weather conditions rather than blindly following posted speed limits, emphasizing that bad driving, not bad weather, causes most collisions. UK drivers now face stricter enforcement near horses, where slowing to 10mph and maintaining a wide distance is legally required to avoid penalties. The UK government is also urged to crack down on the use of illegal 'ghost number plates' that allow motorists to evade penalties, with proposals for tougher punishments gaining momentum. In the US, Washington state has passed the BEAM Act, mandating intelligent speed assistance (ISA) devices for drivers with suspended licenses to prevent speeding, marking a technological approach to reduce reckless driving. Additionally, widespread adoption of dash cameras among professional truckers is credited with decreasing dangerous driving behaviors by providing evidence for enforcement and promoting accountability.