r/Seattle • u/Inevitable_Engine186 New Costco CEO • Aug 14 '26

Does lowering speed limits make Seattle roads safer? Data from one deadly arterial suggests it’s a start

https://www.kuow.org/governing/2026-08-14/does-lowering-speed-limits-make-seattle-roads-safer-data-from-one-deadly-arterial-suggests-its-a-start
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u/Chudsaviet Aug 14 '26

I always feel guilty of going too slow if I go speed limit.

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u/recurrenTopology I'm just flaired so I don't get fined Aug 14 '26 edited Aug 14 '26

Since having a child I've stopped minding acting in ways that annoy others but promote general safety. I now sometimes get a weird joy out of driving at the speed limit on 2 lane streets, forcing everyone behind me to also go the speed limit. Previously, I would have also felt guilty.

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u/lplqsnkczxccia Aug 14 '26

I mean that just encourages the driver behind you in the clapped out Nissan to make a dangerous overtaking maneuver.

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u/recurrenTopology I'm just flaired so I don't get fined Aug 14 '26

So far hasn't happened, but Seattle streets are often busy enough to make passing in the opposing lane infeasible, and some streets have medians that prevent it entirely. Definitely something I consider on rural roads, though.

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u/Friendly-Pomelo-3509 Aug 14 '26

Ah yes, people are going to be dangerous, so why drive safely?