Speeding may seem harmless, but it is very dangerous. When you speed, you have less time to react to things like a car stopping, a child crossing the street, or an animal running into the road. The faster you drive, the longer it takes your car to stop. This increases the chance of a crash.
Speeding also makes accidents more serious. A crash at high speed can cause severe injuries or even death. It can damage cars, property, and lives in just seconds. Speeding tickets are expensive and can raise your insurance rates. You could even lose your license.
Driving at a safe speed helps protect you, your passengers, and others on the road. Always follow the speed limit and slow down in bad weather, traffic, or school zones. Arriving a few minutes later is better than not arriving at all.
-Chelsey