What is Speedtronic variable speed limiter?
Speedtronic variable speed limiter is the further development of the conventional cruise control explained above, which allows the driver to set a maximum speed limit for themselves (the car) in the range between 30km/h and the vehicles maximum speed.
When to reduce your speed to 40km / H?
The offence requires drivers to reduce their speed to 40km/h when passing or overtaking a stationary or slow moving emergency vehicle that is displaying a blue or red flashing light. In those circumstances the driver must: Approach the emergency vehicle at a speed at which the driver can, if necessary, stop safely before reaching the vehicle
When did it become an offence to drive at 40km per hour?
Slow to 40km/h when approaching and passing stationary or slow moving emergency vehicles. On 14 April 2018, a road transport offence commenced in the ACT to improve the safety of emergency services personnel.
Can you pass an emergency vehicle at 40km / H?
Pass the emergency vehicle at no more than 40km/h, or if a lesser speed limit applies, no more than the speed limit Continue to drive at a speed at which the driver can, if necessary, stop safely, until the driver is a sufficient distance past the emergency vehicle to not pose a risk to any emergency worker on foot.
Can a car travel at 60km / h and brake suddenly?
This is a car travelling at 60km/h and braking suddenly. Here’s the same car, travelling at 67km/h and braking at the exact same point. This time the car hits, still travelling at 30km/hr. The difference could be a matter of life or death. If you have no time for speeding, Join the Drive to save lives.
How much delay does a Mercedes C class have?
My track car is petrol, but it’s got a cable throttle. As for the length of the delay, Kambites is right for most cars – it’s around a third to a half of a second.
Is the 2012 MB C180 petrol Auto Slow to respond?
My 2012 MB C180 petrol auto is very slow to respond to the throttle if I need to speed up quickly down a slip road to join a motorway or dual carriageway. I push the accelerator and it takes at least 1 second to respond.
Why does the ECU delay opening the throttle?
Sounds like the ECU is delaying opening the throttle and/or injecting fuel then. If it’s really a second (even a quarter of a second feels like forever when it comes to throttle delay) there’s something wrong IMO. Are small increases in throttle immediate?