Freeways are designed to allow maximum speed, but there are often fines for exceeding the limit.
However, there is one country in the world that allows unlimited freeway driving. It is about Germany.
Although research has shown that imposing a speed limit could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by around two million tonnes per year, German authorities are not yet seriously considering the option. But what is behind this unusual decision and why are there no speed limits on German autobahns?
On German autobahns there is not really a universal speed limit as there often is in other countries. It is a consequence of specific legislation and a long historical context, but above all the national interest that emphasizes the promotion of the German automotive industry, technology and tourism.
As the specialized site dedicated to cars "Auto Portal" writes, many tourists from all over the world come to Germany to experience driving on highways without speed limits. Interestingly, there are also special travel packages from world destinations, including Japan, China, Arab countries and the United States, which include unlimited driving on German autobahns. It is estimated that Germany generates 10 billion euros per year, based on this tourist experience alone.
also
Speed limits on German autobahns soon
German autobahns are often wide and straight, giving drivers more control and reducing risk despite the high speed. In addition, Germany has a tradition in driver training. Drivers are trained to high safety standards and high speed driving skills when they get their driver's license.
Although there is no universal speed limit, temporary speed limits may be enforced on certain sections of highways, through road traffic signs. These restrictions are often imposed due to bad weather conditions or roadworks.
