The Alberta RCMP is asking drivers and motorcyclists to slow down.
This April, the provincial RCMP are reminding residents that speeding doesn't just mean driving at speeds beyond posted legal limits, but also driving too fast for the weather, road and traffic conditions.
In a Thursday statement, the RMCP said speeding behaviours put everyone at risk, including drivers, passengers and other road users.
The Alberta RCMP suggests drivers leave early and give enough time to arrive at their destination safely. They ask drivers to respect posted speed limits and drive according to weather, road and traffic conditions.
The RCMP is also asking Albertans to speak up against speeding and aggressive driving behaviours.
“Speeding creates a danger for everyone on the road and it’s not worth the risk. Speeding also makes it difficult to obey traffic signals, handle curves or react to potential hazards on the road,” stated Superintendent Rick Gardner of the Alberta Sheriffs in a statement.
“Drivers are not the only road users who engage in speeding behaviours. Motorcyclists should also ride responsibly without speeding on our roads.”
Superintendent Gary Graham of the Alberta RCMP Traffic Services said in 2019 Alberta RCMP issued over 157,000 speeding tickets.
"Traffic safety, which includes engaging in safe driving and riding habits, is a shared responsibility. Speeding significantly increases your chances of being involved in a serious injury or fatal collision. We encourage all road users to make arriving at their destination safely their number one priority,” Graham stated.
