Variable Speed Limits Are Popping Up Across America – Here's How The System Works

While the rest of the world utilizes a different system for determining its roads' speed limits, America continues using statics speed limits.
Los Angeles Times

States rethink a long-held practice of setting speed limits based on how fast drivers travel

Rose Hammond pushed authorities for years to lower the 55 mph speed limit on a two-lane road that passes her assisted living community, a church, two schools and a busy park that hosts numerous youth ...
USA Today

What's the speed limit? States with the fastest and slowest speeds

If you're planning an interstate road trip or traveling by car over the holidays, take special notice that speed limits might be different than what you're used to. Maximum speeds are left up to ...
USA Today

Are speed limits on the rise? As states OK 80 mph on highways, cities say '20 is plenty'

Observant motorists may notice a curious trend on U.S. roads: Driving on highways is getting faster while city speeds are getting slower. In denser, more residential areas, an increasing number of ...