As the other reply pointed out, those speed limits are pretty aspirational. The average trip time in central London decreased 30% [0] quite a bit after introduc

As the other reply pointed out, those speed limits are pretty aspirational. The average trip time in central London decreased 30% [0] quite a bit after introduction of the charge, but things have slowed down again for various other reasons apparently. I don't think the congestion charge is unreasonable considering the negative externalities the vehicles cause. Aside from work or delivery vehicles, it seems bizarre to drive into central London by choice. [0] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London_congestion_charge#Traffic_speeds https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London_congestion_charge#Traff...