Why Do Cars Go Faster Than We're Allowed to Drive?

15/10/2024 7 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we dive into one of the most common questions drivers have: why are cars built to go much faster than the legal speed limits? We explore some fascinating topics that reveal the surprising reasons behind this. Here are the top 5 discussion points:


Why cars need extra speed for real-world driving conditions like hills and wind resistance.
The concept of an engine power curve and how it affects a car's performance.
The psychology behind why people resist speed limits and the role it plays in car design.
The use of speed limiters and why some cars are capped at 130 mph or more.
How fuel efficiency standards shape how fast a car can really go.


Curious to learn more? Check out our in-depth blog post on this topic: Why Do Cars Go Faster Than We're Allowed to Drive?

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