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From The Sunday Times
August 13, 2006

Speed-limiter is unveiled
A new government-backed system that would force vehicles to observe speed limits using an engine limiter is set to create controversy.

The Intelligent Speed Adaptation (ISA) device includes GPS and mapping to identify speed limits in any location. Last week it was demonstrated how it would work on motorcycles.

Riders will hear two warning beeps if they stray over the limit. When they reach 5mph over the limit their seat will vibrate. If they don’t slow down the system will retard the throttle to slow the motorcycle down until it is at or below the speed limit.

The system can also be used in cars and there is speculation the system is the first step in government plans to force car makers to fit variable limiters. It was developed at the Motor Industry Research Association with funding from the Department for Transport.

Motoring organisations have warned that the system could hinder drivers trying to accelerate out of danger. A DfT spokesman said there were no plans to make the device compulsory in the UK.

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