Speed Limits Changes Across Southern Highways, Stevenage, Cape Carteret

Several regions have recently implemented new speed limit regulations aimed at enhancing safety. In Finland, summer speed limits on certain motorways will increase from 100 to 120 km/h as conditions permit, while variable speed limits will be adjusted remotely based on traffic and weather conditions. In Stevenage, Hertfordshire, new 20 mph speed limits have been introduced to promote safer environments for pedestrians and cyclists, following consultations with local authorities and residents. Mixed reactions have surfaced, with some praising the measure for its potential to save lives, while others doubt its enforceability. Similarly, Cape Carteret, North Carolina, has reduced speed limits to 35 mph in response to rising traffic volumes and nearby schools, emphasizing community safety. These changes reflect a broader trend toward adjusting speed limits to better accommodate local needs and improve road safety.