Excessive speed:
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Increases the likelihood of serious bodily injuries and death.
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Helps you to maneuver around obstacles.
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Increases your field of vision.
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Saves time so you can get to your destination more quickly.
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Explanation
Excessive speed for conditions is a major cause of accidents. Going at an excessive speed will increase the likeliness of you being involved in a crash, putting yourself and others at risk. Always obey the posted speed limit, keep up with the flow of traffic and adjust your speed depending on the road and weather conditions.
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