Advocates concerned about Ontario speed limit increase on some highways (opens original article in a new tab)

Ontario increases highway speed limits to 110 km/h, prompting concerns from road safety advocates about potential increases in dangerous driving and crashes.

• Ontario increases speed limits on 1,000 km of highways from 100 km/h to 110 km/h
• Road safety groups warn higher speeds may lead to more dangerous driving and crashes
• Municipal police report rising traffic violations including stunt driving and street racing
• Transport trucks are limited to 105 km/h, raising concerns about interactions with faster passenger vehicles
• Ontario government claims speed limit increase improves travel efficiency and safety