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Amin Al-Habaibeh, Professor of Intelligent Engineering Systems, Nottingham Trent University

Would a 50mph motorway speed limit really save much fuel?

Imagine joining the motorway in the near future and seeing a 50mph speed limit sign, but no roadworks, no accident and no obvious reason to slow down. This time, the aim is to save fuel.

UK diesel prices have hit an all-time high, with the average litre costing almost £2. Petrol prices are also rising, mainly due to disruptions to global oil supplies.

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