Suggestions for speed limit enforcement

[MikeL]

In the interests of getting the road toll lower, I think we should all help out the police by suggesting stretches of road which offer potential for enhanced enforcement of speed limits.

I'll start the ball rolling by mentioning the southern motorway exit to Wellesley St. Here the posted speed limit goes from 80 to 50 then back to 80.
Since reforming my character (*see below) I've been eagerly scanning the bushes at the roadside every morning but to my disappointment there's been no sign of any attempt at enforcing the 50 kph limit. Since I now religiously slow to 50 well before the sign, I'm sure I would have spotted a laser, radar or speed camera however well camouflaged. Zilch. Nada. And every morning every other vehicle whizzes past at 80 or more. Even stranger, one of those "be prepared to kill" signs has just been erected at that very spot. Everybody just ignores it. Murderers...
What gives?

*Note regarding reformed character: since receiving my second speeding ticket (oh the shame, the ignominy, the demerit points...) I've gone over to the other side. Cowed into submission, with my rebellious spirit finally broken, my innocent pleasures hopelessly tainted with permanent paranoia, I have abandoned the fight for freedom and justice. I now ride within the law. Totally. What's more, "if you can't beat 'em, join 'em, eh?" Watch out, all you heedless speeding potential murderers. My cellphone is always in my pocket...

[StoneChucker]

Why not increase the open road speed limit. Say to 120km/h? And, if it's a sunny Sat/Sun, and you have a fast bike, make the Autobahn rules apply

[JohnBoy]

and you have a fast bike, make the Autobahn rules apply

i am a firm believer in this, however... it must be only on state highways and only avalible to people who can prove that the and their vehicle are worthy of higher speeds.
i would propose this:
a 4th licence that could follow these guide lines:
A) be over 25.
B) have had no driving convictions (not tickets, like DIC and dangerous driving) in 3 years
C) require a course to be taken, through study and through practicle track oriented training. (ie govt sponsord track day!).
D) belong to a car club and attend track days and other such meetings (to make sure your driving is always being tested).

for the vehicle:
for bikes this maybe hard, but for a cage it should just be subjected to a higher form (say more anal) of warrent of fitness. That mainly focusus on brakes, stearing, handling and body structure.
but most of all these higher spec cars must be no older that say 3 or 4 years.

my idea is that obviouly speed dosn't kill, it's the idiot who thinks its ok to drive like a nut in the wrong situation. Hence why i propose a 4th licence, to educate joe public on how to drive defencively but efficiantly.

this is just my proposal, its open to your comments, jeers or support.

[That Guy]

How about putting in chicanes on straight bits of road, with braking markers, run off areas, and air fences........

[Marmoot]

Johnboy: That I have suggested so many times here in this forum but I was laughed at.....
I call it "high speed endorsement"
Some sort of Special License (license to speed?)
Very good idea, right?
Subject the driver to rigorous police driver training too if need be

I know I want one

[Hitcher]

I have a cunning plan.

1. Make cars intrinsically unsafe:
-- instead of nice soft absorbing airbags, a dirty great jagged spike that comes flying out of the dash.
-- a legal requirement to have at least two unbalanced tyres on a vehicle.
-- a legal requirement for all vehicles to be fitted with non-power-assisted drum brakes.
-- seat belts to comprise of a single strand of embryotomy wire, instead of webbing.
-- all headlights to comprise low-beam only bulbs not exceeding 15W output.
-- no windscreens to be fitted to vehicles.

2. Encourage drivers to take stupid risks:
-- remove entirely all speed limits and warning signs.
-- remove median and any other form of impact barriers.
-- make driving on the left optional.
-- offer cash prizes for the best video evidence of spectacular motor vehicle stupidity directly causing death.

3. Remove ACC and health insurance payouts for people injured in motor accidents.

4. Go on a leisurely overseas holiday for a year.

[Blakamin]

Johnboy: That I have suggested so many times here in this forum but I was laughed at.....
I call it "high speed endorsement"
Some sort of Special License (license to speed?)

it'd just be a pain when they go to pass someone and cause a head-on or a lesser-skilled driver to have an accident when they get a fright etc.
imagine the road rage!
not to mention what the cage drivers would attempt around corners. (keep it on the track)
I'm all for increased speed limits, just not for the few "elite" that A) can afford a 3-4 year old cage. B) can get mummy and daddy to buy their cage. C) can afford track time and all the shit that this licence would need.


I dont think you'd need to be away that long, Hitcher

[Quasievil]

I have a cunning plan.

1. Make cars intrinsically unsafe:
-- instead of nice soft absorbing airbags, a dirty great jagged spike that comes flying out of the dash.
-- a legal requirement to have at least two unbalanced tyres on a vehicle.
-- a legal requirement for all vehicles to be fitted with non-power-assisted drum brakes.
-- seat belts to comprise of a single strand of embryotomy wire, instead of webbing.
-- all headlights to comprise low-beam only bulbs not exceeding 15W output.
-- no windscreens to be fitted to vehicles.

2. Encourage drivers to take stupid risks:
-- remove entirely all speed limits and warning signs.
-- remove median and any other form of impact barriers.
-- make driving on the left optional.
-- offer cash prizes for the best video evidence of spectacular motor vehicle stupidity directly causing death.

3. Remove ACC and health insurance payouts for people injured in motor accidents.

4. Go on a leisurely overseas holiday for a year.

Man you are seriously "together" when you forming that political Party, can I stand for Hamilton. whats the name going to be ?

Your proposed reforms and your agenda are truly what NZ needs!!!!

[Hitcher]

Can I stand for Hamilton. Whats the name going to be?

Yes, you can stand. Not just on or near a roadway.

How about the "Go out with a bang" party?

[Marmoot]

it'd just be a pain when they go to pass someone and cause a head-on or a lesser-skilled driver to have an accident when they get a fright etc.
imagine the road rage!
not to mention what the cage drivers would attempt around corners. (keep it on the track)
I'm all for increased speed limits, just not for the few "elite" that A) can afford a 3-4 year old cage. B) can get mummy and daddy to buy their cage. C) can afford track time and all the shit that this licence would need.


I dont think you'd need to be away that long, Hitcher

but there would be rigorous testing, and personality checks Im sure?

[jrandom]

All very well and good, Hitcher, but it's important not to become a single-issue party.

I suggest developing a comprehensive approach to the nigger question.

[bear]

How about introducing a restriction on the cars (cc, kw, hp) that can be driven while on a provisional licence or while under 20, something similar to the graduated motorcycle licence system.

Or, why not put a governance in all cars (not bikes) limiting them to a designated top speed, similar to some big trucks on the road.

[jrandom]

Oh, fuxache, guys. This thread is a TROLL, mmm kay? Get with the program.

Traffic regulation and enforcement ideas really have been well-thrashed in other places on the forum (to the point where one might indeed use the phrase 'ad nauseAm'.

*Those* threads are where you should put all your good ideas.

[Hitcher]

All very well and good, Hitcher, but it's important not to become a single-issue party.

I suggest developing a comprehensive approach to the nigger question.

Single-issue party? Pah! The measures outlined above would contribute significantly to an environmental policy, a health and disabilities policy and also, presumably, an immigration policy.

The "nigger question" would indeed require a "comprehensive approach".

[Jamezo]

All very well and good, Hitcher, but it's important not to become a single-issue party.

I suggest developing a comprehensive approach to the nigger question.

final solution anyone?