Opinion
Greenstone residents talk about speeding on SA roads
Community members in Greenstone were asked if it is acceptable to drive on South African roads at high speeds in times of emergencies.
Community members in Greenstone were asked if it is acceptable to drive on South African roads at high speeds in times of emergencies.
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“Motorists should not speed at all unless it is life or death. It’s all about safety first. You have to make sure that as a motorist you look after other road users and be responsible on the roads.”
“You should only speed if you are transporting an injured person or a pregnant lady. Only in case of an emergency is driving above the speed limit acceptable.”
“If it is an emergency you can speed but it’s risky to drive above the speed limit. By speeding you could kill someone else or yourself.”
“Speeding is not acceptable unless your life is in danger. Even then it is dangerous to speed as you endanger the lives of other people when you do.”
“The only time speeding should be allowed is in an emergency. By driving at the acceptable limits you can prevent having an accident and save lives. We need to reduce the danger to pedestrians.”
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