29 Sep 2026, Tue
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California is intent on protecting drivers from themselves, particularly when it comes to speeding. The state’s legislature recently passed a bill that would require all new passenger cars to include a system that alerts drivers every time they exceed the limit.

The audible warnings are meant to curb excessive speed, though plenty of drivers find the idea intrusive. It’s another example of the state’s hands-on approach to road safety.