There’s No Excuse for Speeding
Scotland
1 in 5 deaths on Scotland's roads are caused by speeding.
What you need to know
- Reducing your speed means reducing your chance of a serious collision
- Just 5 mph slower could save a life. When drivers reduce their speed from 65mph to 60mph, fatal collisions are cut in half.
- A collision could happen to anyone - no matter how good a driver you think you are. You only have to lose control once.
- Last year, nearly two thirds of people killed on Scotland's roads died on rural routes, where higher speeds make crashes far more serious, despite these roads accounts for 42% of all casualties.
- If you're caught speeding you could face a fine of £100 and up to 3 penalty points on your license.
You only have to lose control once
Ways to stop going too fast
It’s always better to arrive late, than not at all. The risks from speeding are so serious, that it’s never worth it just to make up a little time.
Here are some simple tips to help make sure that you don’t need to speed.
- Leave plenty of time for your journey
- Use cruise control to stay under the speed limit
- Other technology can also help i.e. Sat-Nav warnings, Intelligent Speed Assistance
- Check your speed regularly – it’s easy to end up going faster than you think
- Know the speed limit for your vehicle and for the road you’re on
- If it’s safe, you can drive slightly under the limit
- Always try to stay relaxed when you’re driving
For more information about the campaign, which is in association with Police Scotland, visit Road Safety Scotland's website.
Safety Camera Scotland have information on their website about what happens if you get a speeding ticket and what to do next. You can also see where all safety cameras are located on Scotland's roads. More information on Safety Camera Scotland's website.