Devon & Cornwall Police Highlight Impact of Speed on Collisions

This One Minute Video Could Change How You Drive Forever

Devon & Cornwall Police’s Road Safety Team is encouraging people to take a moment to reflect on their driving, particularly when it comes to speed.

In a recent message, the team highlighted that while speed is not always the primary cause of collisions, it can still play a crucial role in the outcome when something goes wrong on the road.

Why Speed Still Matters

The Road Safety Team explained that even if another road user makes a mistake, driving too fast can significantly affect what happens next.

Higher speeds can increase the likelihood of a collision occurring and can also make any resulting injuries far more serious.

They pointed out that this is an important factor that is sometimes overlooked when discussing the causes of road incidents.

A Powerful Reminder to Reflect

To help illustrate this point, the team has shared a road safety advert from New Zealand, describing it as one of the most impactful clips they have seen on the subject.

Drivers are being asked to take just a minute out of their day to watch the video and reflect on their own use of speed when behind the wheel.

The video will be embedded in the article for readers to view.