Researchers Hit the Pavement for Va. Speed Limit Increase

VDOT evaluating safety for speed limit changes

Before drivers can press the pedal harder, Virginia Department of Transportation wants to make sure highways are safe for the increased speed.

Virginia’s General Assembly approved a bill earlier this year to increase the speed limit from 65 to 70 mph on certain interstates, multilane divided highways, and high-occupancy lanes that are separated from regular travel lanes.

VDOT posted the list of interstates being evaluated. During the first round of studies, researchers will study a total of 741 miles, including interstates 54, 66, 77, 81, 95, 295 and 395.


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