While nearly nine in ten Canadians say they're deeply concerned about speeding in residential neighbourhoods, it hasn't stopped 22 per cent from doing it.
If there is one New Year's resolution the Canadian Automobile Association wishes drivers would make, it's to slow down in 2024, especially as we enter the season for ice and snow.
"Don't forget speed limits are posted for ideal weather," said CAA National Vice President of Public Affairs Ian Jack. "Especially while most of the country is in the thick of winter, we should really try to respect the speed limit or slow down to ensure the safety of all."
The call from the CAA comes as speed-related collisions rise, accounting for a quarter of fatal collisions the last year the federal government collected data on it.
According to the Traffic Injury Research Foundation, even going 10 km/h over the speed limit increases the likelihood of a crash by 60 per cent.
The agency polled 2,403 Canadians between October 20 and October 30, 2023, asking them what driving behaviours they'll admit to, and the top three involved speeding.
Forty-five per cent confessed they speed on the highway, while 22 per cent speed in residential areas, and 19 per cent said they drive well over the speed limit.
A third said they used technology while driving, and 18 per cent admit to driving while tired.
The poll is considered accurate within +/- two per cent, 19 times out of 20.
