Poland allows drivers to exceed the speed limit by 14 km/h due to radar error margins

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In Poland, it is legally possible to drive at 154 km/h on highways without penalty due to a combination of the speed limit and radar error margins. Poland's highway speed limit is 140 km/h, the highest in Europe. Historically, a 10% margin of error on radar speed measurements meant drivers could exceed the limit by up to 14 km/h without being fined. This technicality, rather than a policy choice, has led to Poland's reputation for high speed limits. While newer radar technology is more precise, this historical allowance created a unique situation for drivers.


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